Definition
A decision or a point where an individual or groups of stakeholders are forced to make a determined decision on whether to proceed (‘go’) or don’t (‘no go’). These decisions normally take place during a formal process that is pre-determined on a combination of specific criteria. They may include:
- Completed Scope
- Product Quality
- Client Readiness
- Team Readiness
- Operation Support Readiness
Even ‘No Go decisions’ may not be seen as unsuccessful outcomes. They may result in a deferral of progression to the next phase, or a cancellation of one.
Further Reading
- “Agile Project Management” (book), by Jim Highsmith.