A **Target** 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 Target represents a quantifiable measure for [[Goal|goals]], serving as a measurable milestone that can be broken down over time to track and monitor progress toward achieving desired business outcomes. Targets are recorded in the sn_gf_goal_target table and provide the metrics-based accountability layer within [[Strategic Portfolio Management (ServiceNow)|Strategic Portfolio Management]] (SPM). While Goals are qualitative statements describing broad outcomes an organization desires to achieve, Targets translate those goals into specific, measurable values that can be tracked over defined time periods. [[Planning Item (CSDM)|Planning items]] are aligned to Goals and Targets, enabling organizations to measure whether the work being executed across the [[CSDM Service Life Cycle|CSDM Service Life Cycle]] is delivering the intended results. This alignment creates a traceable chain from [[Strategic Plan (CSDM)|Strategic Plan]] through [[Strategic Priority (CSDM)|strategic priorities]], Goals, and Targets down to the actual work being performed.