Notes
How to Tell if a Client Request Is Out of Scope
A concise checklist for filtering small requests that may affect your delivery agreement.
Overview
Scope drift is often not obvious. This is why the same request can look harmless and still create hidden rework.
Checklist
- Compare request details to written scope language.
- Check for already delivered items and delivery assumptions.
- Separate required changes from optional improvements.
- Add a clarifying note before starting any unapproved change.
The goal is not to block change. The goal is clarity before action.