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# Create a Space in CWM

# Create a Space in CWM {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Yokohama
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* Updated July 31, 2025
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Create Spaces in Collaborative Work Management to enable cross-functional teams to come together and manage work tasks and documentation.

## Before you begin

[Install Collaborative Work Management](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/KX~08f757vpB9y327e3jyA "You can install the Collaborative Work Management (CWM) application (sn_cwm) if you have the admin role. The application includes demo data and installs related ServiceNow Store applications and plugins if they are not already installed.").

Role required: sn_cwm.cwm_user

## Procedure

1. Navigate to WorkspacesCollaborative Work Management.
2. From the left side panel, select + CreateNew Space.  
3. In the Space name field, enter a name for the Space.  
4. Select Create.

## Result

A new Space is created and added right below the My Space section. You can add as many Spaces as you need for each of your projects, teams, or other assignments.

## What to do next

* Create a Board to organize and manage work for your team or projects. See [Create a Board in CWM](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/zkoJoFMBAOXopiyoAt2N4A "Manage work assigned to your team as tasks and track them to completion using customizable Boards for your shared Spaces in Collaborative Work Management.").
* Share the Space with others on your team. See [Share a Space in CWM and manage sharing permissions](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/l7TFp5vYxz5tnYtv3nQ4Lg "Invite cross-team members to Collaborative Work Management Spaces to collaborate on tasks or projects. You can also manage permissions for users with existing access to your Space.").
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