Rope of Scope
Clarify what is in and out of scope for a project using a physical or virtual circle exercise.
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How to run it
Draw a circle on a table or floor. Label inside 'in scope' and outside 'out of scope'.
In 5 minutes, write as many questions about the project focus as possible on post-its. Each team member asks the project owner whether their question is in or out of scope. No question can sit on the line.
Each team member asks the project owner whether their question is in or out of scope.
The project owner answers by place the question in or our. Note:No question can sit on the line.
Capture what is in and out as part of your project challenge or scoping document. Or add it to the Project Model Canvas.
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Pairs well with these other methods from the align phase.
Project Model Canvas
A living document that keeps everyone focused on why the work is important throughout a project.
Problem Statement
Frame the problem you are trying to solve by summarising the who, what, where/when and why.
Research Plan
A living document outlining your research questions, methods, participants and timeframes.