reikwijdteverklaring

Reikwijdteverklaring is a Dutch term for a document that states the scope of a project, study, policy, or assessment. It provides a concise description of what is included and what is not, as well as the objectives, boundaries, and assumptions that govern the work. The purpose is to create a common understanding among stakeholders and to limit scope creep by establishing explicit criteria for deliverables, outcomes, and acceptance.

The instrument is used in various contexts, including project management, research proposals, policy evaluations, environmental impact assessments, and regulatory or contractual procedures. It is typically prepared at the outset and may accompany a contract, grant proposal, or tender. In practice, it serves as a reference document for planning, negotiation, and governance.

Typical components include: purpose and objectives; deliverables; scope boundaries (inclusions and exclusions); assumptions and constraints; schedule and budget considerations; dependencies and interfaces; key stakeholders and decision rights; acceptance criteria; and the process for revisions or amendments.

Relation to other terms: in English contexts, it is often referred to as a scope statement or scoping document, or sometimes terms of reference in certain settings. It is distinct from a detailed project plan, which contains task-level activities, timelines, and resources. The reikwijdteverklaring complements those documents by clarifying what the work will and will not address.