Project Vision Statement

A primary output of the Create Project Vision process is a clear, well-structured statement that explains the business problem or opportunity and the outcomes the project is meant to achieve. It emphasizes why the project matters and what success looks like, without describing how the solution will be built.

Key Points

  • Produced during the Create Project Vision process and serves as a cornerstone for early planning.
  • States the business need, intended users or customers, and the high-level outcomes or benefits.
  • Avoids prescribing technical solutions or detailed requirements to keep options open.
  • Guides alignment and prioritization; revisited and refined as the team learns more.

Example

For an e-commerce initiative: "Address declining mobile conversions by enabling a faster, more trustworthy checkout experience, aiming to increase mobile conversion by 20% within two quarters while improving customer satisfaction scores." This sets the need and desired results without specifying the exact technical approach.

PMP Example Question

During an agile kickoff, stakeholders debate which framework and database to use. What should the Project Vision Statement primarily emphasize?

  1. The specific technology stack and architecture choices
  2. A detailed list of backlog items with estimates
  3. The business need and the desired outcomes or benefits
  4. A work breakdown structure with assigned resources

Correct Answer: C — The business need and desired outcomes

Explanation: The Project Vision Statement focuses on why the project exists and what success looks like, not on the technical solution, task lists, or resource assignments.

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