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Writing a project charter in WPS Writer offers a simple yet powerful way to establish a project’s foundation

An effective project charter acts as a binding reference point that unites stakeholders, gains formal endorsement, and provides ongoing direction for the project team

Begin by opening wps office下载 Writer and selecting "Blank Document" from the startup menu

Select a standard sans-serif font—Calibri, Arial, or Times New Roman—set at 11 or 12 pt to maximize legibility across devices and printouts

Start by entering the project title at the top of the page, centered and in bold

Immediately after the title, insert both the date the charter was drafted and the name of the person officially responsible for the project

Doing so ensures responsibility is clear and helps readers understand the project’s origin and purpose

Proceed by inserting a distinct section headed "Project Overview"

Within this segment, summarize the project’s essence using one or two tightly written paragraphs

Clarify the driving motivation, the specific challenge being tackled, and the measurable advantages stakeholders can expect

Use plain language to ensure that all stakeholders, regardless of technical background, can understand the intent

Next, transition into a dedicated section that lists the project’s primary objectives

List these as bullet points for clarity and ease of reference

Ensure all objectives are precise, quantifiable, realistic, strategically aligned, and tied to a defined timeframe

Rather than vague statements like "enhance efficiency," use concrete targets like "cut processing time by 30% within three months"

Precise objectives make it possible to measure advancement, identify gaps, and validate results without ambiguity

In the next section, outline the project scope

Explicitly define both the in-scope deliverables and the out-of-scope items to avoid confusion

Defining boundaries minimizes unauthorized additions that often derail timelines and inflate costs

Use phrases like "The project will include…" and "The project will not include…" to make boundaries unmistakable

Where relevant, list all anticipated outputs—like PDF reports, web applications, or workshop kits—and detail their format, version, and volume

Devote a distinct section to identifying everyone with a significant interest in the project’s outcome

List individuals or groups who have a vested interest in the project’s outcome, such as department heads, clients, or external vendors

Clarify what each stakeholder contributes—whether decision-making power, resource provision, feedback, or oversight

This helps ensure that communication and responsibilities are clearly assigned from the outset

Include a high-level timeline that outlines major milestones

Don’t list daily activities; instead, show when planning starts, when testing begins, and when the final release is targeted

Where tasks rely on others, indicate those relationships with a short note

This provides a visual sense of the project’s rhythm without overwhelming the reader with granular details

Create a labeled subsection titled "Budget Overview" to present cost projections clearly

Give a total projected cost and itemize it under headings like staffing, technology, materials, and professional development

If the budget is still being finalized, indicate that it is preliminary and subject to change upon further review

Honesty around budget uncertainty strengthens confidence and encourages collaborative planning

Finally, include a section on approval

At the document’s end, reserve lines for handwritten or digital signatures alongside typed names of the sponsor, manager, and core stakeholders

Provide a space labeled "Date Signed" beside each signature line to record when approval occurred

This step turns the charter from a draft into an approved agreement, confirming collective buy-in and accountability

Throughout the document, maintain consistency in formatting

Format section titles with increased font size and bold weight to create clear visual hierarchy

Apply consistent margins and spacing

Run the spell and grammar checker via the "Review" ribbon to eliminate typos and grammatical inaccuracies

Have a peer or team member read through the charter to ensure it’s understandable and covers all critical elements

After final edits, name the file clearly—e.g., "ProjectCharter_SalesPlatform_Q32024"—and save it in a central, team-accessible location

Although revisions may occur during execution, a well-crafted initial charter is vital for gaining early alignment and momentum