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Why should a customer contract define scope and deliverables?

Clear scope shows what must be delivered and helps control changes.

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  1. It guarantees every project succeeds
  2. It defines promised work ✔
  3. It removes all customer duties

Why: A scope should identify deliverables, responsibilities, acceptance, and timing. A written change process can adjust price and schedule when requested work changes.

Huh, didn't know that: Vague scope can turn a small request into unpaid extra work.

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Why did scope carry binoculars? It wanted clear boundaries.
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Answer: It defines promised work. A scope should identify deliverables, responsibilities, acceptance, and timing. A written change process can adjust price and schedule when requested work changes.

  1. SBA Governing rules and responsibilities www.sba.gov/counseling/governing-rules-and-responsibilities
    you must deliver the product or service as described in the specifications
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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