Build a Project Dashboard in Asana
Build a dashboard around delivery decisions, then inspect the underlying tasks behind every chart. A visually complete dashboard can still mislead when ownership or field data is missing.
Step-by-step guide
Check access and scope
Project dashboard capabilities require eligible access and plan features. Agree on the meaning of completion and any custom fields used.
Open project dashboards
Open the project Dashboard tab or add the dashboard view.
Choose one review question
Choose a chart for one question such as unfinished work by owner.
- Worked example: A readiness dashboard can show incomplete checks by owner and tasks marked Needs evidence. Do not equate a high count of completed minor tasks with approval to release.
Set chart scope
Set scope and completion filters explicitly.
Inspect source tasks
Inspect chart segments against representative tasks.
Document data gaps
Add a review note describing data gaps and required actions.
Verify the result
A stakeholder can trace every reported risk to its task and understand the chart scope.
Common mistakes
Check the handoff edge case
Choosing a chart because it looks impressive can hide the actual decision. Start with the question and select a measure that answers it.
Sources and verification
Based on product documentation checked on 2026-10-24. This is a documentation-based guide, not a hands-on benchmark. Features and availability can change.