Project Templates for the PMBOK Project Initiation Process Group

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Initiating Process Group

Project Initiation Process formally defines and authorizes a project. Since a project isn't defined or authorized until the completion of the initiation process, all work during this process is performed outside of the scope of the project. Our project initiation templates are created by PMI PMP certified project managers and are based on the PMBOK Guide - Fourth Edition.

Templates for the Project Initiating Process Group

Project Charter Templates
The Project Charter is developed during the initiation phase to formally authorize a project. The Project Charter is required before work on the project can be started. Here we present two Project Charter templates; a one page version and a more verbose long version. You can select the Project Charter which meets your needs.

Feasibility Study Template
A feasibility study should be performed before authorizing any project. This feasiblility study template provides a good basis for developing your organization specific feasibility study.

Business Case Template
A Business Case helps to determine whether or not a project justifies an organizations investment into a project. The Business Case defines the problem and its impact and performs a Cost Benefit Analysis for the proposed solution. The Business Case also looks at possible alternative solutions. Often overlooked, the Business Case checks to see that the project aligns with the organizations strategic plans.

Project Statement of Work Template
The Project Statement of Work is an input to the Project Charter. The business need, product scope and the project's alignment with the organization's strategic plan are included in the Project Statement of Work.

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