Stakeholder Analysis Template for Project Management — Refront
Map and manage project stakeholders effectively. Identify influence, interest, communication needs, and engagement strategies for every stakeholder.
About This Template
Project success depends on managing stakeholder expectations. This template helps you identify every stakeholder, map their influence and interest, define communication preferences, and create engagement strategies — so you spend the right amount of time with the right people throughout the project.
Variations
Power–Interest Grid
Classic 2x2 matrix mapping stakeholders by their power (ability to influence the project) and interest (level of concern). Defines engagement strategy per quadrant.
Best for: Project managers starting a new engagement who need to prioritise stakeholder communication.RACI Matrix
Responsibility assignment matrix defining who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed for each project deliverable or decision.
Best for: Teams that need clarity on roles and responsibilities across complex projects with many stakeholders.Communication Plan
Stakeholder-specific communication plan defining the method, frequency, content, and responsible person for each stakeholder or group.
Best for: Account managers and project leads managing communication across multiple client contacts.How to Use
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During project kickoff, create a stakeholder analysis linked to the project in Refront.
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List all stakeholders — client contacts, team members, executives, and external parties.
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Map each stakeholder on the power–interest grid or assign RACI roles per deliverable.
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Define the communication plan: what to communicate, how often, and through which channel.
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Review and update the stakeholder analysis at major milestones or when new stakeholders are identified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I link stakeholders to project communication?
Yes. Each stakeholder's communication preferences are stored in Refront. Status reports, meeting invites, and updates can be automatically routed to the right people.
Does the RACI matrix integrate with tickets?
Refront tickets can reference the RACI matrix so each task clearly shows who is responsible, who needs to approve, and who should be informed.
How often should stakeholder analysis be updated?
Review at every major milestone or when project scope changes. Refront can remind you to revisit the analysis as part of your milestone checklist.
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