Overview
Establish a clear foundation before project work begins. This charter helps define the project’s purpose, objectives, scope, deliverables, stakeholders, responsibilities, timeline, constraints, and measures of success.
Use This Resource To:
Define why a project is being undertaken
Establish clear objectives and expected outcomes
Clarify what is and is not included in the project
Identify stakeholders and project responsibilities
Document major deliverables and milestones
Record assumptions, constraints, and potential risks
Secure alignment and approval before work begins
Best For: Project sponsors, project managers, department leaders, implementation teams, and organizations launching a new initiative
Available Formats: Microsoft Word | Fillable PDF
What’s Included: Editable project charter | Stakeholder and scope prompts | Approval section | Project-startup checklist | Completed sample charter
Overview
Establish a clear foundation before project work begins. This charter helps define the project’s purpose, objectives, scope, deliverables, stakeholders, responsibilities, timeline, constraints, and measures of success.
Use This Resource To:
Define why a project is being undertaken
Establish clear objectives and expected outcomes
Clarify what is and is not included in the project
Identify stakeholders and project responsibilities
Document major deliverables and milestones
Record assumptions, constraints, and potential risks
Secure alignment and approval before work begins
Best For: Project sponsors, project managers, department leaders, implementation teams, and organizations launching a new initiative
Available Formats: Microsoft Word | Fillable PDF
What’s Included: Editable project charter | Stakeholder and scope prompts | Approval section | Project-startup checklist | Completed sample charter