Both the dissertation and capstone milestones must be completed in the order presented  in the courseroom. Milestones completed out of sequence will result in delays in the dissertation or capstone process. As you navigate the process, you will likely need to wait for feedback from your mentor, committee, and reviewers. Take advantage of this time by continuing to work on your documents. Consult the "Don't Just Sit There" or "While You Wait" content in each milestone for specific recommendations on how to make best use of your time at various stages of the process.