Professional Project Scope Agreement Outline
1. Introduction
Project Name: [Insert project name]
Project Sponsor: [Insert sponsor name and role]
Prepared By: [Your Name]
Date: [Insert date]
Purpose: A brief statement outlining the purpose of the project scope agreement and its importance in defining deliverables, timelines, responsibilities, and other critical details.
2. Objectives and Goals
3. Scope Description
In-Scope Items: Detailed list of tasks, deliverables, and activities included in the project.
Out-of-Scope Items: Explicitly list items, tasks, or deliverables that are not part of the project to avoid ambiguity.
4. Deliverables
Key Deliverables: Describe each deliverable in detail.
Delivery Timeline: Specify deadlines or milestones for each deliverable.
Acceptance Criteria: Define the conditions for deliverables to be considered complete.
5. Stakeholders
Stakeholder List: Identify key stakeholders, including roles and responsibilities.
Communication Plan: Outline how and when updates will be shared with stakeholders.
6. Assumptions
Outline assumptions made during the planning phase, such as resource availability, technology constraints, or third-party support.
7. Constraints
Time: Specify project deadlines and schedules.
Budget: Provide budgetary limitations.
Resources: List any constraints related to team size, technology, or tools.
8. Dependencies
Describe any dependencies on external teams, third parties, or technologies.
Note how these dependencies may impact the project timeline or deliverables.
9. Risks
10. Project Schedule
11. Roles and Responsibilities
Project Manager: Name and role.
Team Members: List of team members with specific responsibilities.
Other Roles: Describe additional roles such as sponsors, consultants, or vendors.
12. Approval Criteria
13. Change Control Process
14. Glossary of Terms
15. Signatures
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