Completion date
The date on which a project must be finished as stipulated in the contract.
The completion date is the agreed-upon deadline for finishing a project, impacting contracts, penalties, and project success. It is critical for financial planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder expectations. Meeting the completion date requires effective scheduling, risk management, and communication, as delays can lead to financial penalties, impact stakeholder relationships, and affect the project's overall success and reputation.
Used in a sentence
The project is on track to meet the scheduled completion date.
Synonyms/variation
Deadline
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