Project management - Document
SOW
(Statement of Work)
A document defining the work a supplier will perform, including what will be delivered, responsibilities and timing
What's it for?
Makes clear exactly what a supplier will deliver, by when and who is responsible for what.
For example…
A consultancy agreement lists the work, deliverables and six-week timetable
An SOW for a data migration states which systems are included, the files the supplier must deliver, key dates and who is responsible for validation
Think of it like…
Detailed job sheet for a builder: rooms, materials, finish level and completion date—not just 'renovate the house'