projectperiode

Projectperiode is a Dutch term used in project management to describe the time window during which a project is planned, funded, executed, and closed. It refers to the overall duration from the official start date to the planned end date, and it often includes the phases of planning, execution, monitoring, and closing within that timeframe.

The projectperiode is typically defined in key governance documents such as the project charter or program plan. It establishes a startdatum and an einddatum, and it sets the schedule for milestones, deliverables, reporting cycles, and budget allocations. In many contexts, particularly in public sector or grant-funded projects, the tijdelijk availability of funds or resources is tied to the projectperiode, which may align with a fiscal year or a predefined funding cycle.

Management within the projectperiode focuses on keeping activities aligned with objectives, maintaining the schedule, controlling scope changes, and mitigating risks. Changes to the period, such as extensions or accelerations, usually require formal authorization from stakeholders and may trigger adjustments to budget or governance processes.

The concept is related to, but distinct from, projectduur (the actual duration of the work) and projectplanning (the process of planning). The projectperiode serves as the temporal container for all project activities and decisions, providing a framework for coordination and oversight throughout the project lifecycle.