The third phase of a EUPM² project is the Executing Phase. The purpose of this Phase is to implement and manage all project activities and ensure that project deliverables are produced in a timely, efficient, and effective manner, and that the planned objectives are achieved. During this phase, the project deliverables are produced for the Project Target Group (PTG). The Executing PhaseProject Target Group (PTG). The Executing Phase begins with a Kick-off Meeting and ends with the acceptance (final or provisional—as per the Deliverables Acceptance Plan) by the Grant Requestor side.
Depending on the type of project, the Executing Phase can be divided in different stages, if necessary.
Fig. 7.1.- EUPM2 Guide Executing Phase activities and main outputs
Key artefacts
| Artefact | Description |
|---|---|
| Meeting Agendas/ Minutes | Standardized templates for Agenda and Minutes of meetings increase clarity and efficiency. |
| Project Reports | Most likely the Grant Agreement includes templates for reporting, but the partners need to agree on reporting procedures and other templates, if necessary. |
| Change Requests | The Change Request is the official template or form that needs to be used to request a project change to the Contracting Authority |
Fig. 7.2.- Executing Phase key activities and artefacts