The Project Management Tool Kit: 100 Tips and Techniques for Getting the Job Done Right

GENERAL PROCESS68Project Vision

What:	A clear and motivating statement of why the project matters.
When:	Project initiation and planning.
Results:	Sustained team enthusiasm for the project.

Assess the Current Environment

Review the status quo. Collect information about:

• Sponsorship of the project

• The project basis from project initiation

• The project objective

• The history and any specific problems preceding the project

• Data from requirements collection and long-term trends

• Overall business strategies and stakeholder opinions

• Organizational values

• Project team values

Draft the Project Vision Statement

Gather project team members to craft a vision statement. Some projects may not need a vision statement, but a well-worded ...