Definition Phase

Definition:

The Definition Phase of a project is about establishing detailed specifics of the solution in terms of both the design and implementation aspects .

Project Manager Usage Context

Activities in this phase often include documenting and agreeing what the work instructions are, the solution design, who is doing what, what time frames, what the risks are, what user acceptance testing needs to occur, how the solution will be rolled out, business change management aspects, etc.

Comments / Tips

You ideally want to close off this phase of the project with as few assumptions as possible.