Use this template to create structured research plans that answer critical questions and deliver actionable insights.

Tip: Duplicate this into your workspace and use it as a living doc with your team.

📋 1. Define your research background

Establish context for why this research matters to your business

Project overview

• Product/Feature: ________________________________
• Current Stage: ________________________________
• Related Work: ________________________________

Business context

• What business goals will this research support?

• What decisions will be made using these findings?

Existing knowledge

• What do we already know about this topic?

• What are our current assumptions?

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🎯 2. Set clear research objectives

Define specific questions this research will answer for your team

Primary objective

What is the main purpose of this research?