Fit For Purpose

A product that appropriately serves its intended use.

Key Points

  • Focuses on whether the deliverable fulfills the intended user need and purpose.
  • Measured against stakeholder requirements, acceptance criteria, and the definition of done.
  • Does not require extra features or gold-plating if they do not improve the intended outcome.
  • Validated through reviews, tests, demos, and real user feedback, often via MVPs or prototypes.

Example

An agile team delivers a simple inventory app that lets warehouse staff scan items and update stock counts offline. It passes acceptance tests and solves the daily tracking need, so it is fit for purpose even though advanced analytics are scheduled for a later release.

PMP Example Question

Which statement best describes "Fit For Purpose" for a project deliverable?

  1. The deliverable fulfills its intended use as defined by stakeholders.
  2. The deliverable includes additional features beyond what was requested.
  3. The deliverable has no known defects at release.
  4. The deliverable was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

Correct Answer: A - Suitable for its intended use

Explanation: Fit for purpose is about the deliverable meeting the purpose it was created for, as shown by acceptance criteria and stakeholder validation.

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