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Project Management Glossary
Burnup Chart
A Burnup Chart tracks how much work has been completed versus how much total work remains.
Jenna Green
What is a burnup chart?
A Burnup Chart tracks how much work has been completed versus how much total work remains. Unlike a Burndown Chart, it focuses on what has been achieved, providing a more positive view of project progress. It’s especially useful for projects with changing scopes.
- How to use it:
- Use a Burnup Chart to track the total amount of work in a project and how much has been completed at any given time.
- Update the chart regularly to reflect new tasks added to the project, helping you manage scope creep.
- Celebrate milestones when the Burnup Chart shows significant progress, keeping the team motivated.
- Tip: A Burnup Chart is great for visually communicating progress to stakeholders, especially when the project scope evolves.
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About the author
Jenna Green
Head of Growth
Jenna Green leads marketing at Magnetic. She's worked across agencies, startups, and B2B SaaS, giving her first-hand experience of the operational challenges service firms face.
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