NITI ENTERPRISE Write a clearer consulting scope — planning checklist Illustrative planning aid. Adapt to the assignment. Describe the problem [ ] Explain the current situation, why action is needed and the decision to be supported. Keep proposed solutions separate from the evidence describing the problem. Notes: ____________________ Define outputs and boundaries [ ] Name each deliverable, intended audience and format. State exclusions, client inputs, dependencies and responsibilities so expectations can be reviewed. Notes: ____________________ Agree how work will be reviewed [ ] Set milestones, reviewers and acceptance criteria. Include a process for decisions and changes to scope rather than leaving them implicit. Notes: ____________________ Prepare a useful enquiry [ ] Provide a target timeframe, procurement route if known and available source documents. Avoid including sensitive records in an initial public enquiry. Notes: ____________________ Website: https://www.nitienterprise.com/