Hi Community! 👋
We're excited to invite 2-3 customers to participate in an exclusive Early Access Program (EAP) for the new Jira Software Timeline. This is your chance to get early access to powerful new features and directly influence how timeline evolves in Jira.
🎯 What we're building
We're bringing the best capabilities from Business timeline into Software timeline to create a unified, more powerful planning experience. The goal? Make timeline work better for every team.
✨ What's new in Drop 1 (April 2026)
See everything that matters
Work faster with better editing
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Inline editing - Update assignee, status, and summary right from the timeline
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Enhanced bulk editing - Update multiple fields across multiple items at once (not just dates!)
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Customizable bar colors - Choose status colors or epic colors for better visual organization
More control and flexibility
🤝 What we're looking for
We need teams who:
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Use timeline regularly for planning and tracking work
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Can commit to weekly usage during the 3-month (Apr - June'26) EAP
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Have a team lead/project manager (ideally with admin access) + 1-2 individual contributors willing to participate
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Are comfortable with early access software (some features still evolving)
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Can provide candid feedback through surveys and 1-2 feedback sessions
💡 What you get
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✅ Early access to new timeline features before GA
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✅ Direct influence on the product roadmap
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✅ Kickoff session to walk through all changes
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✅ Direct line to the product team via Slack EAP channel
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✅ Regular check-ins to share feedback and get support
⚠️ Important to know
This is early access, so:
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Marketplace/custom apps won't work in Drop 1
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Filter results will show in flat layout initially (hierarchical view coming in Drop 2)
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"Schedule by X days" bulk edit will be removed (fast-follow planned)
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Features may change based on feedback
We'll give you heads-up before any breaking changes and support you through transitions.
🙋 Interested? Here's how to join
We're selecting just 2-3 customers for this cohort, so spots are limited! I will hold an introductory call to discuss future details.
To express interest:
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Reply to this thread, email me (acheong@atlassian.com) or contact me via your customer success manager
Include:
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Your company/organization
- Your email address
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How your team currently uses timeline
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Team size willing to participate (1 admin + 1-2 ICs)
We'll review all expressions of interest and confirm participation by next week (1 Apr) with next steps and exact dates.
