Work Package

Intro

A work package is a set of tasks or actions to achieve one or more objectives. It can represent part of a project, a complete project, or a program component.

Key points:

• Defines scope, deliverables, and effort.
• Supports planning, tracking, and accountability.
• Common use cases across EA/BPM/Data/App/Tech include capability uplift initiatives, integration builds, and process improvements.
• Pitfall: vague work packages that hinder estimation and control.

Examples:

• Build API gateway for partner integrations.
• Model and automate onboarding process.
• Data quality remediation for customer records.

In practice:

Attach clear objectives, owners, timelines, and acceptance criteria; link to the roadmap and KPIs.

Related terms: Requirement; Roadmap; Project

FAQs:

Q: How granular should a work package be?
A: Small enough to estimate and manage, but meaningful in outcome.

Q: Can it span teams?
A: Yes; define interfaces and dependencies.

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