Vision of Project Sponsor:

• Makes sure the business case is valid and in step with the business proposition

• Aligns project with business strategy, goals and objectives

• Stays informed of project events to keep project viable
• Defines the criteria for project success and how it fits with the overall business

Governance of Project Sponsor:

• Ensures project is properly launched and initiated

• Maintains organizational priorities throughout project

• Offers support for project organization

• Defines project roles and reporting structure

• Acts as an escalation point for issues when something is beyond the project manager’s control
• Gets financial resources
• Decision-maker for progress and phases of project

Values & Benefits Project Sponsor:

• Makes sure that risks and changes are managed

• Helps to ensure control and review processes

• Oversees delivery of project value

• Evaluates status and progress

• Approves deliverables

• Helps with decision-making
• Responsible for project quality throughout project phases.