Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

downstream-target

noun
/ˈdaʊnstriːm ˈtɑːɡɪt/
Definition
A downstream target refers to a specific objective or endpoint in a process that occurs later in a sequence, particularly in the context of project management, production, or digital marketing.
Examples
  • The marketing team set downstream targets to assess the effectiveness of their campaigns.
  • In project management, identifying downstream targets helps in planning subsequent phases.
  • The company aims to achieve its downstream targets by Q4.
Meaning
In various fields, downstream targets are goals that follow earlier phases and often rely on the successful completion of preceding tasks or projects.
Synonyms
  • end goal
  • final objective
  • ultimate target