How to Create a Roadmap in Datadog
Datadog isn't a dedicated roadmapping tool, but you can build a functional roadmap using its timeline or board views.
Step-by-step
Choose your roadmap format
In Datadog, build your roadmap using a board (Now/Next/Later) or a timeline view if available. For a more polished roadmap, consider exporting to a slide or using a dedicated tool.
Define your time horizon
For quarterly roadmaps: set the view to the next 3–6 months. For a Now/Next/Later roadmap, use swimlanes or groups instead of dates. Avoid committing to precise dates beyond 1 quarter.
Add your themes and epics
Create high-level items representing themes (e.g. "Improve onboarding") rather than individual tasks. Use custom fields for OKR alignment, team, or confidence level.
Set dependencies
Document dependencies in the item description or a linked document.
Share with stakeholders
Export or share a read-only link. Datadog supports guest access — share a view-only link with stakeholders who don't need a full account.
Pro tips
- A roadmap is a communication tool, not a contract. Date everything with a confidence level.
- Maintain one source-of-truth roadmap and derive different views (exec, team, customer-facing) from it.
- If roadmapping becomes a bottleneck, evaluate a dedicated tool like Productboard or Aha! that integrates with Datadog.