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Project status update template

Project status update template

Enhance your project management process with our comprehensive project status update template. This template helps you provide detailed updates on project progress and challenges. Download your free PDF now from Lumiform.

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Project status update template

Enhance your project management process with our comprehensive project status update template. This template helps you provide detailed updates on project progress and challenges. Download your free PDF now from Lumiform.

Use this template with Lumiform

The Lumiform application helps frontline teams uphold internal standards effortlessly.
  • Customize this template or build your own
  • Fill out templates via mobile app
  • Assign and track corrective actions
  • Get reports and analyse your data
Prices start from ░░░ per month
Book a demo
Learn more
or Download template as PDF

This project status update template provides a standardized framework for communicating project progress clearly and efficiently. Unlike generic reporting tools, this template focuses specifically on highlighting critical metrics, risks, and accomplishments in a visual, stakeholder-friendly format. You can quickly identify bottlenecks and address issues before they escalate—like when a manufacturing project faces unexpected supply chain delays that could impact delivery timelines.

According to a study on Research Gate, comprehensive status reporting that includes project overview, timeline updates, and risk assessments can improve project success rates enabling data-driven decision making. We created this template to help you maintain transparency while saving valuable time on reporting tasks.

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Preview of the template
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Project Overview
Project Name
Project Manager
Reporting Period
Project Progress
Milestones Completed
Milestones Upcoming
Overall Progress
Project Issues
Issues Encountered
Mitigation Efforts
Project Risks
Identified Risks
Contingency Plans
Project Budget
Budgeted Amount
Spent to Date
Forecast to Complete
Budget Variance

Frequently asked questions

What should I include in the project status update template?

Your template should include project name and overview, current status with visual indicators, milestone progress, key accomplishments since last report, upcoming deliverables, budget status, resource allocation, risks and issues, and stakeholder concerns. This comprehensive approach ensures nothing falls through the cracks while keeping reports concise and actionable.

How often should I send project status updates?

The frequency depends on project complexity and stakeholder needs. Weekly updates work best for fast-moving projects with tight deadlines, while biweekly or monthly reports suit longer initiatives. Consider your audience too—executives may prefer monthly summaries while team members benefit from weekly check-ins to address issues promptly.

How can I make my project status updates more engaging?

Transform dry data into compelling narratives by highlighting team achievements, using visual elements like charts and progress bars, and focusing on impact rather than activities. Include one “spotlight” section showcasing a team member’s contribution, and frame challenges as opportunities. Keep language concise and jargon-free for maximum stakeholder engagement.

What’s the best way to report project risks in a status update?

Present risks with three key components: clear description, potential impact on objectives, and mitigation strategy. Use a simple rating system for likelihood and severity, focus on new or changing risks, and always pair problems with solutions. This approach shifts conversations from blame to collaborative problem-solving and demonstrates proactive management.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.