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A deliverable is a tangible or intangible output of a project. As the name suggests, deliverables are delivered to customers and represent the value generated by a project.An activity is a task that is identified, assigned, executed and controlled as part of a project.
Deliverable vs ActivityA deliverable is an output of value to the customer that contributes to a project achieving its objectives. This includes tangible things such as a software product and intangible things such as training.An activity is a task that contributes to project objectives but isn't necessarily delivered to the customer. ExampleA software product is a deliverable that is delivered to the customer. The software product is composed of dozens of work products such as software components. Each work product requires dozens of activities such as design meetings, code implementations and testing to complete. |
| Deliverable | Activity | Definition | A project output that is delivered to customers. | A project task that is required to meet project objectives. | Type | Tangible or intangible output. | Tasks |
Project Management
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A list of basic project management techniques.
A definition of workaround with examples.
A list of project branding techniques.
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A definition of action plan with examples.
The primary types of cost overrun.
The definition of document control with examples.
A guide to project oversight.
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The definition of assumption with examples.
An overview of acceptance criteria.
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The definition of project concept with examples.
An overview of project status reports with complete examples.
An overview of the project management process.
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