Project Kickoff Checklist
Use this checklist to make project responsibilities, milestones and dependencies visible from the start.
Working record
| Check | What to do | Evidence to retain |
|---|---|---|
| Objective | State the specific result the project should produce and who will accept it. | The objective record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
| Roles | Name the people responsible for delivery, decisions, approvals and operation after handover. | The roles record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
| Milestones | Define a reviewable output and acceptance condition for each milestone. Identify dependencies before assigning dates. | The milestones record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
| Risks | Describe a specific failure, its consequence and the action that reduces it. Name the person who monitors the condition. | Risk condition, impact, mitigation and owner. |
| Communication | Choose the channel, contact person and response expectations. Record how urgent issues should be escalated. | The communication record, its source and the person responsible for resolving missing evidence. |
Review the decision
Use this checklist to make project responsibilities, milestones and dependencies visible from the start. Keep objective, roles, milestones attached to the conclusion so the next owner can challenge the assumptions. Resolve missing evidence before treating this record as approval.
Continue the decision
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Calculation and source notes
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Content updated: October 11, 2026