Deliverables

Definition:

Deliverables are tangible or intangible products that are produced as a result of completing a project or task. They are tangible evidence of the project’s completion and are typically used to demonstrate the deliverables accomplished.

Types of Deliverables:

• Tangible deliverables: Physical documents, prototypes, software, hardware, and other tangible items that can be physically seen and touched.
• Intangible deliverables: Reports, presentations, proposals, data, and other intangible items that are not physical in nature.

Examples of Deliverables:

• Software: Applications, websites, mobile apps
• Documents: Reports, presentations, contracts, proposals
• Prototypes: Models, prototypes, or proofs-of-concept
• Hardware: Devices, equipment, tools
• Data: Reports, spreadsheets, databases
• Training materials: Manuals, guides, videos
• Marketing materials: Websites, brochures, social media content

Key Factors Affecting Deliverables:

• Project requirements: The specific deliverables required for the project.
• Project scope: The overall goals and objectives of the project.
• Team members: The skills and experience of the team members involved.
• Timeline: The schedule for completing each deliverable.
• Tools and resources: The tools and resources available to the team.

Deliverable Management:

• Deliverable list: A comprehensive list of all deliverables.
• Tracking tools: Software or other tools used to track progress and manage deliverables.
• Quality control: Processes to ensure that deliverables meet the required standards.
• Delivery methods: The methods used to deliver deliverables to the client.
• Acceptance criteria: Criteria used to determine whether deliverables have been successfully completed.

Benefits:

• Clear expectations: Deliverables provide a clear definition of expectations.
• Tracking progress: Deliverable management tools help track progress and identify areas where adjustments are needed.
• Quality control: Deliverables can be used to ensure quality control and consistency.
• Project documentation: Deliverables serve as documentation of project progress and outcomes.
• Accountability: Deliverables provide a basis for accountability and tracking of progress.