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Stage 0 > Strategic Definition
Do not be casual in your dealings and inadvertently let yourself in
for more than you intended. Under certain circumstances informal
dealings can be construed as giving rise to contractual relationships. A
contractual duty, if breached, could result in loss and an ensuing claim.
Warn the client at once if design requirements, timing and budget seem
unrealistic. Remember that a failure to warn could leave you open to
allegations of negligence. Explain fully what you advise should be done
and avoid jargon.
0.5.2.2
Establish the Strategic Brief.
The Strategic Brief should set out the objectives that the client wishes to
achieve in the project. It will probably refer to functional requirements,
environmental standards, levels of quality, lifespan and maintenance
and may consist of anything from a broad preliminary statement of
interest to a comprehensive set of technical requirements. This brief will
form the basis for feasibility studies.
The Strategic Brief should also set out the Business Case for the initiation
of a new building project. This may consist solely of a reasoned
argument or it may contain supporting information, financial
appraisals or other background information. It should also highlight
initial considerations for the Project Outcomes. The Business Case might
be prepared in relation to a number of sites or in relation to assessing
refurbishment against new build.
For detailed notes on the briefing process refer to 0/SM4 and 1/SM1.
0/SM4
1/SM1
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