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Statement Of Work

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Statement Of Work

Statement Of Work

A Statement of Work, or SOW, is a document that describes the work to be done on a project. It includes the objectives, deliverables, scope, schedule, and other important details about the work. The SOW is generally written by the contractor who will be doing the work and approved by the client.

The SOW is an important tool for managing project expectations. It ensures that all parties involved in the project understand what work needs to be done and how it will be done. It also helps to prevent scope creep by making it clear what work is outside of the scope of the project.

Creating a well-written SOW can be challenging, but there are some tips that can help:

Be specific: Include as many details as possible about the work to be done so there is no confusion later on.

Include all relevant stakeholders: Make sure everyone who needs to be involved in approving the SOW is included in its creation.

Think about timing: Consider when the work will need to be done and include that information in the SOW.

Keep it realistic: Don’t promise more than you can deliver. Be honest about what you can achieve within the given timeframe and budget.

A well-crafted SOW can help make any project run more smoothly by setting clear expectations from the start. Following these tips will help you create a document that accurately reflects the scope of work for your next project.

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