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title: How does the Product Backlog contribute to planning and roadmaps?
description: "The [Product Backlog](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/a-scrum-artifact-that-consists-of-an-ordered-list-of-the-work-to-be-done-in-order-to-create-maintain-and-sustain-a-product-managed-by-the-product-owner/) forms the basis of plans, roadmaps, and other information that help the [Scrum Team](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/scrum-team/) and stakeholders understand what work may be carried out and when. It provides a transparent view of future work, allowing for better planning…"
url: "https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/docs/how-does-the-product-backlog-contribute-to-planning-and-roadmaps/"
updated: "2024-12-19"
category: Artifacts / Product Backlog
---

# How does the Product Backlog contribute to planning and roadmaps?

The [Product Backlog](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/a-scrum-artifact-that-consists-of-an-ordered-list-of-the-work-to-be-done-in-order-to-create-maintain-and-sustain-a-product-managed-by-the-product-owner/) forms the basis of plans, roadmaps, and other information that help the [Scrum Team](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/scrum-team/) and stakeholders understand what work may be carried out and when. It provides a transparent view of future work, allowing for better planning and forecasting.

By maintaining a well-organised [Product Backlog](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/a-scrum-artifact-that-consists-of-an-ordered-list-of-the-work-to-be-done-in-order-to-create-maintain-and-sustain-a-product-managed-by-the-product-owner/), the [Scrum Team](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/scrum-team/) can create more accurate and reliable roadmaps. This helps in aligning the team's work with the broader goals and timelines of the [Project](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/project/), ensuring that stakeholders are aware of progress and future plans.