This is the first phase gate. A review and approval are recommended before the project can formally move to the next phase. The EU Project Manager (EUPM) assesses whether the project is ready to commence the Planning phase by checking the correct approval of the Project Submission Request and the feedback received by the potential partners invited to join the project partnership.
EUPM² Guide provides a template Phase/Stage Exit Review Checklist for each phase that can be used by the EU Project Manager (EUPM) to guide the assessment, alongside a review of the phase’s specific goals.