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The most important aspect of the SOW is the scope. The overall objective listed in the SOW should make sense and support what you have asked the vendor to do. Check to make sure the documented, detailed scope aligns to what you think the scope should be, and includes everything.

The business person/team closest to the deal should be responsible for the first pass (whether drafting or reviewing). After all, they understand the ins and outs of the project better than anyone else. It is important not to make assumptions, use shortcuts or acronyms, or even gloss over steps in the SOW.

These are the steps you can take to create a simple, but well-defined statement of work. Introduce the project. ... Define the vision. ... Set the project requirements. ... Define the scope. ... Set the deadline of the project. ... Allocate key resources. ... Create the schedule. ... Specify the terms of payment and due dates.

Purpose of the project. Scope of work being performed. Location of the project, project length, and any work requirements. Expected deadlines and deliverables.

In terms of writing the statement of work, you'll want to be specific with this project document. You want to clarify the terms used to make them universally understood and clearly define who's going to do what and by what time those tasks must be completed.

Briefly state your understanding of the requirements. Describe your approach to performing the work (the “what” and “how”) Provide a proof statement that this approach is feasible and/or has worked before on specific prior projects. Close with the benefits to the customer of adopting the approach.

The following points will guide you on which areas you should direct your focus: Project Scope – The ins and outs in Statement of Work. ... Responsibility – Who is doing what? ... Estimate – The summary of project budget. ... Plan – The Project journey. ... Assumptions – Interrogate them all! ... No pressure – Take your time!