1. Work Performance Measurements:
  • These quantitative indicators show how the project performs against the baseline. They can include metrics like the percentage of work completed, the number of deliverables accepted/rejected, and any deviations from the planned scope.
  • The measurements give stakeholders a clear picture of the project’s current status and potential issues.
  1. Organizational Process Asset Updates:
  • The organizational process assets might be updated or changed as the project progresses. These can include:
    • Causes of variances: Understanding why a variance occurred can help prevent similar issues in the future.
    • Corrective actions taken and their rationale: This records how issues were addressed.
    • Preventive actions and their reasoning: Documenting these can help in future projects to avoid potential problems.
    • Lessons learned: Capturing insights and experiences from the project can benefit future projects.
  1. Change Requests:
  • These are formal proposals to modify any aspect of the project. They can arise due to various reasons like stakeholder feedback, unforeseen challenges, or changes in the project environment.
  • All change requests should be reviewed, analyzed for their impact on the project, and approved or rejected. Approved changes will then be incorporated into the project.
  1. Project Management Plan Updates:
  • Based on approved change requests, various components of the project management plan, especially the scope baseline, might need updates. This ensures the plan remains relevant and aligned with the project’s current state.
  • Other baselines, like cost and schedule, might also need adjustments based on the changes in scope.
  1. Project Document Updates:
  • Several project documents might need updates based on the changes in scope or as a result of the scope control process. These can include:
    • Requirements documentation: If any changes or clarifications to the project requirements exist.
    • Requirements traceability matrix: To ensure all requirements align with project objectives and deliverables.

Conclusion:

Controlling scope is a dynamic process that ensures the project remains on track and delivers what it promised. The outputs of this process provide a clear and updated picture of the project’s status, any changes made, and the rationale behind those changes. This transparency is crucial for stakeholder trust and for the project’s ultimate success.