A group of senior stakeholders who provide oversight, guidance, and strategic direction for a project—especially those with institution-wide impact.

A formal document that outlines the objectives, scope, deliverables, and timelines for a project or initiative.

A process for identifying and understanding the people or groups that influence—or are impacted by—a project.

Anyone who has an interest in or is affected by a project, initiative, or decision.

The process of recognizing all individuals and groups who are impacted by or can influence a project.

A strengths-based planning tool used to set strategy and align vision.

A planning tool used to evaluate Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats for a project or initiative.

An individual who champions a project, provides support, and helps remove barriers.

The boundaries and objectives of a project.

When a project’s boundaries or objectives expand beyond their original definition.