Lesson 87. Closing a project, purpose

Question 1

What is the purpose of this process?

Answer 1

The process aims to provide a fixed point at which acceptance of the project product is confirmed and recognition that the objectives have been achieved. This process can also be used to close the project in an orderly manner if there is cause for premature closure.

Question 2

In which document are the user acceptance criteria defined?

Answer 2

The product description document defines the user acceptance criteria at the project’s very start.

Question 3

What does it mean that the business can support the products?

Answer 3

The product delivered by the project will be used and, therefore, needs to be supported. For example, a building is handed over to a building maintenance team, and a new application is handed over to an IT service department.

Question 4

What are follow-on actions?

Answer 4

Follow-on actions are open issues and risks that need attention in the future and should be taken over at the end of the project by the people who will look after the product produced by the project.

Question 5

Who prepares the project for closure?

Answer 5

The project manager prepares the project for closure.

Question 6

Who closes the project?

Answer 6

The project board closes the project.