Project Scope Creep

What is a Scope Creep?

Every project should start with a set of requirements, which should include the project's scope, budget, limits, and initial and end deliverables. Scope creep occurs when a project's needs go beyond those specified in the initial plans without authorization or restrictions. The requirement for more features, cash, resources, or staff to successfully execute the project can all lead to scope creep.

How to avoid Scope Creep?

Communication

An essential component of project management is communication. The majority of communication should come from you as the project manager. Keep in mind that the project team and other stakeholders view you as the project's main point of contact.

Transparency

Project management depends heavily on transparency. The project should be moving forward with everyone in agreement. This facilitates cooperation and enables quicker delivery and achievement of goals. Therefore, the best course of action is to alert the customer and other stakeholders as soon as the project scope creep becomes apparent. Everyone has a part to play in the project's success, thus information should be openly exchanged.

Prioritization

Look identify areas that may be descoped as the project manager and with the assistance of the stakeholders to make place for new approaches. Please do not abandon a crucial component of the project, though, otherwise it might end in a dismal failure.