What is Scope Creep?
Scope creep, also known as feature creep and requirement creep, describes unexpected changes and uncontrolled developments that occur in a project’s scope. More specifically, the requirements for carrying out a particular project grow or are expended. Scope creep is generally considered harmful because it results in changes in a project which are continuous and difficult to control.
How to limit Scope Creep
Scope creep can occur due to any of the following factors:
- An imprecise initial project scope
- Project stakeholders change the requirements of a project.
- Inexperienced or unskillful project manager
- Internal communication disagreements between the key stakeholders in a project.
- Poor project planning and change control
- Failure to identify project requirements and objectives
- Weak project sponsors
- Non-versatility of project amongst other factors.