The majority of project failures occur due to overruns in time and budget, making it important to have a well-defined scope at the start of the project. The "Project Definition Statement" helps clearly define the purpose, objectives, scope and authority – ensuring there are no expanding expectations from the client once the project has started.
Sections include:

• General Purpose
• Project Purpose
• Project Objective
• Project Scope
• Project Authority

Well-documented expectations are the best defense against unwanted project creep.