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# Add a driver to a goal

# Add a driver to a goal {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated August 2, 2026  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
You can add existing drivers to a goal in the Enterprise Architecture Workspace, or create a driver directly from the goal record, to identify what influences the goal.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_apm.apm_user

## Procedure

1. Navigate to WorkspacesEnterprise Architecture Workspace.
2. Open the Portfolio List view by selecting the Portfolio icon (![]()).
3. Select the expand row icon (![]()) next to Business Architecture.
4. Select Goals.
5. Select the goal that you want to add a driver to.
6. Select the Drivers tab.
7. Add a driver using one of the following methods:  
   * To add an existing driver:
     1. Select Add.
     2. In the Add driver window, select the driver. A suggested relationship type appears in the Relationship type field, but you can select a different type from the list, if needed.
     3. Select Add.
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   * To create a driver: Select New and complete the fields on the form. For descriptions of the fields on the Driver form, see [Create a driver form](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/WPkpAkzqcjcyE1JYVPlZIw "The create new driver form contains fields for documenting internal or external conditions that motivate your organization to define goals and implement changes.").
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## Result

The driver appears in the Drivers related list for the goal.
**Related tasks**   

* [Remove a driver from a goal](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/DnwjMJD6u_Qop_JtIrYZYQ "Remove drivers associated with a goal in Enterprise Architecture Workspace.")
* [View all goals](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/zhToVVPDJPg_w93X82olIQ "You can view the list of all available goals in the Enterprise Architecture Workspace.")

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