Scope of Project - Clinical Document Development
Why do I need to Scope the Project?
- Defines what will be included in the final document(s) and what will not.
- If the work is not scoped broadly enough, former health region documents may remain in circulation as an unintended consequence and may cause confusion for the end user. The goal is full repeal of all related clinical documents.
Consider the following:
- The scope of the project may be adjusted if priority needs are identified throughout the project.
- Discuss the project timeline. Use the target end date and work backwards to set dates for each stage of development to be completed.
- Consider the following:
- What geographical areas will the document(s) be used?
- What professions will use the document(s).
- What care areas are the document(s) intended for?
- How many resources will be developed? Example – just the procedure, or also the associated forms?
- Will the above be completed in phases?
Project Overview
- The Project Overview is a living document that is updated/completed throughout the clinical document development process. It assists with scoping the project.
Project Overview Form
Large or Complex Projects
- If the project or topic is complex or large, consider tackling it in stages.
- The LEAD may choose to divide the project into sections/topics/types of document needed and address one at a time with the working group or use sub groups to focus on specific items – example: learning modules, Patient Information and Education Resources (PIER), clinical forms, etc.