Step-by-step guidance
Who can do this: Creating or changing milestones requires project-management permission for the selected project.
Before you begin
- An existing project
- A milestone name, expected date, and clear completion meaning
Steps
- Open the project milestones view.
- Choose Add milestone and enter its name, description, and target date.
- Connect related requirements or work when supported.
- Save and confirm the milestone appears in the timeline and reports.
Expected result
The project has a dated delivery checkpoint that can be tracked independently of individual work.
Next action
Add work items and estimates that explain how the milestone will be achieved.
Common problems
- A milestone is an outcome checkpoint, not detailed work.
- Dates outside the project period need review.
- Completed tasks do not automatically prove acceptance.