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Service Delivery

Manages the end-to-end delivery of a service engagement from kickoff through execution, quality review, and client acceptance.

Trigger: Service engagement is approved and resources are allocated
Total: Varies by engagement scope
6 stages

Workflow Stages

1

Engagement Kickoff

Launch the engagement with a formal kickoff meeting aligning the team and client on objectives and approach.

Inputs

  • Signed contract and scope of work
  • Team assignment roster
  • Kickoff meeting agenda

Outputs

  • Kickoff meeting completed
  • Project charter signed
  • Communication plan established
Project Manager
1-2 days
2

Detailed Planning

Develop the detailed delivery plan with tasks, assignments, milestones, and risk considerations.

Inputs

  • Project charter
  • Scope of work
  • Resource availability

Outputs

  • Detailed project plan
  • Risk register created
  • Milestone schedule confirmed
Project Manager
3-5 days
3

Execution

Execute the planned activities, manage tasks, and track progress against milestones.

Inputs

  • Project plan
  • Resource assignments
  • Quality standards

Outputs

  • Deliverables produced
  • Progress reports
  • Issue and risk log updated
Service Delivery Team
Per project plan

Decision Points

  • Are deliverables on track?
  • Do any risks require mitigation action?
4

Quality Review

Review all deliverables against quality standards and client requirements before submission.

Inputs

  • Completed deliverables
  • Quality checklist
  • Client requirements document

Outputs

  • Quality review report
  • Deliverables approved or revision required
  • Quality metrics recorded
Quality Assurance Lead
2-5 days
5

Client Review and Acceptance

Present deliverables to the client for review and obtain formal acceptance.

Inputs

  • Quality-approved deliverables
  • Client review agenda
  • Acceptance criteria

Outputs

  • Client feedback received
  • Revisions completed if needed
  • Formal acceptance signed
Project Manager
3-7 days

Decision Points

  • Has the client accepted the deliverables?
6

Engagement Closure

Complete all administrative tasks, final billing, and lessons learned documentation.

Inputs

  • Client acceptance confirmation
  • Final billing data
  • Lessons learned template

Outputs

  • Final invoice submitted
  • Lessons learned documented
  • Engagement formally closed
Project Manager
2-3 days

Frequently Asked Questions

How is quality maintained throughout delivery?

Quality is maintained through defined standards, peer reviews during execution, formal quality gates before client submission, and continuous client feedback.

Can the scope change during delivery?

Yes, scope changes follow the client scope change workflow, ensuring all modifications are documented, assessed for impact, and formally approved.

What happens if deliverables are delayed?

The project manager communicates delays to the client with a revised timeline and mitigation plan. Significant delays trigger the escalation process.

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