What if the scope changes after the SOW is signed?

A formal change request process is recommended — a written amendment to the SOW approved by both parties before the change is made.

Is an SOW binding without an MSA?

Yes, an SOW can stand alone as a project contract. In that case it must include the terms that would otherwise be in the MSA.

What is a RACI matrix and does it belong in an SOW?

RACI defines who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted and Informed for each deliverable. It belongs in an SOW for larger projects where there is a team on both sides.

Does an SOW need to be signed with the same authority as the MSA?

It depends on the MSA. If the MSA defines who can sign SOWs (e.g. the project manager), that lower-level approval suffices. For larger SOWs we recommend a statutory representative's signature.

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When to use a Statement of Work (SOW)

At the start of each new project under an MSA
When you need to approve scope without renegotiating terms
When extending an existing project with a new module or phase
For internal projects requiring a written brief

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Deliverables and milestones
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Benefits for IT freelancers

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Questions about Statement of Work (SOW)

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