This document has been produced to define the project, and forms the basis for its management and an assessment of overall success. It addresses the following fundamental aspects of the project:
• What the project is aiming to achieve
• Why it is important to achieve the stated objectives
• Who will be involved in managing and delivering the project, and what their responsibilities are
• How and when it is all going to happen
This ensures that the project has a structured framework for delivery. Once approved by Project Board it forms a 'baseline', allowing the Project Manager and Project Board to assess progress. The document also measures whether the project was successfully managed and delivered.