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# Update the progress of an automated target

# Update the progress of an automated target {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Australia
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* Updated August 11, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Update the progress of a target using the Update Actual value related link on the Target form.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_apw_advanced.spw_goal_user

## About this task

Note:  
Only the owner or contributors of the goal can update a goal target.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to WorkspacesStrategic Planning WorkspaceStrategy and Goals.
2. On the Strategy and Goals page, select the strategy-based board or goal-based board for which your target belongs to.  
   The Strategy page opens if selected a strategy-based or combined strategy and goals-based board. The Goals page opens if selected a goals-based board.
3. Update the target for your goal using one of the following methods depending on your board type.

   | Option | Steps |
   | From the Goals page | 1. Select name of the target for which you want to update actuals.The target record opens with the Overview tab. 2. Select Details tab. {#update-progress-of-auto-target-strategy__ol_e2c_1vc_m3c} |
   | From the Strategy page | 1. From the list of strategic priorities, select the one for which your target belongs to.The strategic priority details page opens. 2. Select the Goals related list. 3. Select the goal for which your target belongs to.The goal details page opens. 4. Select the Quantitative Targets or Qualitative Targets that your target belongs to. 5. Select the target that you want to update actuals. {#update-progress-of-auto-target-strategy__ol_a1x_v5h_yz} |
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4. On the Target form, select the Update Actual value related link.  
   For a description of the field values, see [Target form](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/1NEQ6JxnCt2wM115ZeAXiw "Use the Target form to track and measure the progress of the goals.").
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