Project Initiation
This chapter focuses on issues surrounding the initiation of projects and introduces some important terminology. You will find several sources for how projects are prioritized and how objectives are defined.
Project Charter
A project charter, project definition, or project statement is a statement of the scope, objectives, and participants in a project. It provides a preliminary delineation of roles and responsibilities, outlines the project objectives, identifies the main stakeholders, and defines the authority of the project manager. It serves as a reference of authority for the future of the project.