Statement of Work
Software Development
Written by Tanja from Your company name
as requested by {{company_name}}
for [PROJECT X]
Dated 14th June 2022
Project Brief
What Are We Setting Out To Achieve
Project Overview
This project involves the design and development of a new e-commerce platform for {{company_name}}.
The scope and tasks required to complete this project will follow the timelines outlined within, as well as the components to be delivered and the associated costs.
Project Objectives
This project has been proposed to achieve the following objectives:
Objective 1
Design a clean, modern e-commerce website that delivers a seamless and engaging user experience to maximize sales revenue.
Objective 2
Ensure the site CRM is highly functional yet easy to use so various users may upload content.
Objective 3
Optimise SEO.
A list of deliverables and
assumptions is included herein.
Project Scope and Tasks
Exactly What This Project Will Involve
Project Scope
Below is set out the project scope for [WEBSITE NAME] as follows:
1. Website Design
and Development
The theme presented with the proposal will be the basis for the design of the website. Design work will be done in Photoshop and sign off will be required before proceeding to development.
2. Information
Architecture
The pages for the site will include: List of Pages
The features of the site will include: List of Features
3. Host and
Domain Setup
If hosting is required, hosting will be sourced and set up for the requested domain. Maintenance of the account will fall to {{company_name}} at the conclusion of the project.
Project Tasks
The tasks required to achieve the scope as described above are as follows:
Task 1: Site Design
and Content Entry
The initial content provides to us will be entered onto the site pages. This will include text and pictures for each page to be created with the initial setup.
Task 2: WordPress Installation and Setup
The CMS on the domain mentioned above will be set up and installed so that {{company_name}} can maintain the site.
Task 3:
Browser Testing
The site will be tested to make sure it works with modern desktop web browsers. The site will also be tested to ensure it does not break when viewed on mobile devices.
Additional Options
The scope of this project is limited to the above-listed items and tasks. Any additional items will be counted as out of scope, and may only be added with separate authorization and approval from {{company_name}}.
Extra items may only be added through the use of separate SOWs.
Deliverables and Components
What You Will Receive
Deliverables
The following deliverables will be associated with this project:
Deliverable 1:
Website Design
Following your brief being sent to the designer, we will deliver two draft website design concepts within two weeks. One must be chosen for further development. We will allow for one round of editing before digital signoff is required to move forward to building the site.
Deliverable 2:
Draft Version of Site
Once we have been provided with the content for the site, this will be loaded in and testing can begin. Digital sign off will be required before deploying to the staging site.
Deliverable 3:
Draft Version of Site
Once final testing and edits are complete, the site will be deployed to the {{company_name}}'s domain at XYZ. We will then require the final sign off and the following components will be delivered.
Components
The following components will be associated with this project:
Component 1: Website Account and Login Details
Account and login details will be set up for one admin-level user who can then create further accounts at the user level. An explanation and 30-minute training on this topic will be held.
Component 2:
Site Backup
A hard backup copy of the files associated with the site will be delivered on completion to the client on a USB stick, as well as backed up to [XYZ] location.
Component 3: Training Documents
A reference document outlining how to make updates to the site along with a link to online resources will be emailed on completion of the site.
Questions? Just Let Us Know!
Project Assumptions
Key Information We Are Working With
Project Assumptions
This agreement is based on the following assumptions:
- You have provided Your company name with a complete list of your requirements for the website.
- You will provide digital sign off for each listed stage when required to do so before the project may continue.
- Etc.
If any of the above information is incorrect or
incomplete, please inform us immediately so that
this Statement of Work can be revised.
Project Timescales
Keeping The Project On Track
Key Milestones
We have drafted the below schedule for this project and its relevant stages:
Task | Due Date |
| Sign statement of work | ASAP |
| Finalize design | Date, Month, Year |
| Client provides content | Date, Month, Year |
| Finalize testing | Date, Month, Year |
| Deploy to the staging site | Date, Month, Year |
| Deploy to client domain | Date, Month, Year |
| Final sign off and receipt of components | Date, Month, Year |
NOTE: Electronic sign-off will be required at each
stage before proceeding to the next task.
Project Costs
Keeping The Project On Budget
Final Costs and Invoice Schedule
An outline of the costs for the design, development, and testing of the site is estimated here followed by the total:
Stage | Estimate |
| Invoice 1: design | 10 hours at X rate |
| Invoice 2: build | 15 hours at X rate |
| Invoice 3: testing | 10 hours at X rate |
| TOTAL | £XXX.XX |
Additional Notes
This estimate is based on Your company name's current understanding of the project scope and tasks as well as the deliverables and components set out in this Statement of work.
All invoices are inclusive of 12.5% VAT.
All invoices are due and payable within <X> days of receipt by {{company_name}}.
Project Acceptance
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Acceptance
To accept the conditions set out in this Statement of work, simply type your name below.
We look forward to working with you on [PROJECT NAME].
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