A **Strategic Priority** is an entity within the [[Ideation & Strategy (CSDM domain)|Ideation & Strategy domain]] of the [[Common Service Data Model|Common Service Data Model]] (CSDM), a reference architecture developed by [[ServiceNow|ServiceNow]] that provides prescriptive guidance on service-related definitions and data modeling within the ServiceNow AI Platform. A Strategic Priority represents a key focus area that drives long-term goals and success, typically cross-functional in nature and spanning multiple [[Business Unit (CSDM)|business units]]. Strategic Priorities are recorded in the sn_gf_strategy table and serve as the organizational-level priorities that guide investment decisions and resource allocation within [[Strategic Portfolio Management (ServiceNow)|Strategic Portfolio Management]] (SPM). They connect the high-level [[Strategic Plan (CSDM)|Strategic Plan]] to specific [[Goal (CSDM)|goals]] that business units or departments work to achieve. Goals are often created in service of Strategic Priorities, enabling organizations to break down broad focus areas into measurable outcomes tracked through [[Target (CSDM)|targets]]. [[Planning Item (CSDM)|Planning items]] are then aligned to these goals and targets, ensuring that work executed across the [[CSDM Service Life Cycle|CSDM Service Life Cycle]] supports the organization's strategic direction and desired business outcomes.