From discovery to SOW: how to turn uncertainty into a clear delivery plan
A framework for converting discovery notes, risks, user needs, and technical assumptions into a clear software delivery plan.
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Turning discovery into a delivery plan
Discovery should not end with scattered notes. It should produce a clear plan that connects goals, scope, roles, risks, and success criteria.
- Summarize the business goal
- Define the product scope
- Document risks and assumptions
- Map the required team
- Create the first delivery roadmap
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