4: Review of current phase

Areas to probe

Evidence expected

4.1 Is the project under control?

· Project running to schedule and costs within budget, as shown in project budget and timetable reports.

4.2 What caused any deviations such as over or under-runs?

· Reconciliations set against budget and time plan, and in accordance with risk allowances.

4.3 What actions are necessary to prevent deviations recurring in other phases?

· Analysis and plans documented in project management documentation that is continually reviewed and updated.

4.4 Are there any assumptions documented at Gateway Review 1 that have not been verified?

· Log of outstanding assumptions and plans to verify them; where applicable, classed and managed as issues.