3.2 Assumptions, Dependencies, and Constraints
State the assumptions on which the project is based, any external events the project is dependent upon, and the constraints under which the project is to be conducted. Include an explicit statement of the relative priorities among meeting functionality, schedule, and budget for this project.
3.3 Risk Management
Describe the process to be used to identify, analyze, and manage the risk factors associated with the project. Describe mechanisms for tracking the various risk factors and implementing contingency plans. Risk factors that should be considered include contractual risks, technological risks, risks due to size and complexity of the product, risks in personnel acquisition and retention, and risks in achieving customer acceptance of the product. The specific risks for this project and the methods for managing them may be documented here or in another document included as an appendix or by reference.
3.4 Monitoring and Controlling Mechanisms