Communication Plan
Project communication plan with stakeholder matrix and reporting schedule.
Most project problems are, at root, communication problems. This free Communication Plan makes your communication deliberate: for each audience it sets what they need to know, through which channel, how often and who's responsible — so stakeholders stay informed and nobody is surprised.
How to use it: list each audience or stakeholder group, define the message and purpose, choose the channel and frequency, and assign an owner. Use it as a checklist to make sure every reporting commitment is actually being met.
Key features
- Plan comms by audience and message
- Channel, frequency and owner columns
- Aligns reporting commitments
- Reduces surprises and misalignment
- Works in Excel and Google Sheets
This template is designed for professionals and teams working in Project Management ⭐ who want to manage Planning Phase tasks efficiently in Microsoft Excel — without the need for expensive specialist software.
The Communication Plan is part of our Project Management ⭐ collection — downloaded 9 times and counting. Built from real-world experience by the ExcelGurukul team and tested across multiple industries and roles.
Frequently asked questions
Is the communication plan free?
Yes, free download, no sign-up.
What goes in a project communication plan?
Audiences, messages, channels, frequency and the owner for each.
Can I adapt it to my stakeholders?
Yes, fully editable for any project.
Does it work in Google Sheets?
Yes, in both Excel and Google Sheets.