Validate

Test a design hypothesis.

Product review

What

A final review determining the status of the delivered product, examining the timeline, issues, and budget in comparison to the original plan, alongside thoughts about necessary updates or changes.

Why

To see how the project plan held up, and any immediate needs for the product, before or after delivery.

Time required

Project Dependent

How to do it

  1. Form a project planning group for your team. This team will first determine the objectives and goals of the project, and once work begins, they will manage to see if the plan is being kept to.
  2. To begin making the plan, do an initial assessment of the issues that need to be worked through and the difficulties that may be encountered in the project.
  3. Whenever possible, involve the community to get feedback on their needs, whether through town halls or focus groups.
  4. As the project continues, manage the plan, and make adjustments if necessary.
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