Project initiation document

Project Overview

  • Articulate the main goal of the project.
  • Specify measurable objectives to achieve.
  • Align objectives with stakeholder expectations.
  • Ensure clarity and conciseness for all team members.
  • List all project components and boundaries.
  • Define what is included and excluded in the scope.
  • Identify key deliverables and their specifications.
  • Engage stakeholders to validate scope and deliverables.
  • Create a timeline with key phases and tasks.
  • Identify critical milestones and their completion dates.
  • Allocate time estimates for each task.
  • Regularly update timelines based on project progress.
  • Estimate costs for each project component.
  • Identify required resources, including personnel and materials.
  • Create a budget allocation for each phase.
  • Review and adjust budget as necessary throughout the project.

Stakeholder Identification

Risk Assessment

Project Team Formation

Approval Process

Communication Plan

Performance Metrics

Documentation and Archiving