^ [[2.2 About Project Management]] # 2.2.2  Project Documentation Project documentation is a key activity in project management. It carries through from the start of a project to its completion. Project documentation: - sharpens thinking by forcing people to **put vague thoughts and plans into words** - crystallises **planning** - defines the project **scope** for approval, ensuring that all project stakeholders and project team members share the same **expectations** on what is to be delivered and when - provides all stakeholders with a clear picture of the project **requirements** - **facilitates communication** with internal and external groups - provides a **baseline** for monitoring and controlling a project’s progress - provides a **record of important decisions** - provides the information required by official **audits** - supports **organisational memory** and acts as a historical reference, which can be used to increase the chances of success of future projects Project documentation should of course, adhere to the quality standards of the organisation and the project regarding format, style, etc. However, above all, it should **add value** fulfilling its purpose and be **clear and easy to understand**. ___ Spanish Guide: [[2.2.2 Documentación del Proyecto]] <-- [[2.2.1 What is Project Management?]] --> [[2.2.3 The Project Support Office (PSO)]] ___ ![[👉 Quick links]]