*** ### What Is a Project Description? A *project description* is a high-level overview of why you are doing the project. > [!NOTE] > You typically draft a project description early on, during the [[Phase 1 Project Initiation | project initiation phase]] of the project management life-cycle. ### What should include a Project Description? The project description should include an overview of the following: - Project goals and objectives - Stakeholders and their roles - Metrics for measuring success - Timeline - Estimated budget ### How to write a project description? 1. **Summarize**: Describe the project in a paragraph or two. 2. **Define**: Why is it necessary? 3. **Set goals**: Follow the [SMART goal](https://www.smartsheet.com/how-write-smart-project-objective) format. 4. **Explain**: Briefly explain your methodology and any key technologies or [project management techniques](https://www.smartsheet.com/content-center/best-practices/project-management/project-management-guide) you’ll use and why they’re appropriate 5. **Measure**: Identify the [project deliverables](https://www.smartsheet.com/defining-and-delivering-project-deliverables). How will you measure success and evaluate the project? 6. **Schedule**: Include a general timeline, with project phases and milestones 7. **Budget**: Include the total estimated cost of the project and your budgeted amount. *** **References**: - [Expert Tips for Writing a Project Description](https://www.smartsheet.com/content/project-description)