What is Phase Gate?

In project management, phase gates are similar to checkpoints along a road trip where you pause to confirm everything is going as planned before continuing on to the next leg of the journey. These are precise moments in the project where important decision-makers evaluate the progress, risks, and consequences of a phase before approving the project to move forward. It’s like stopping at strategic points along the way to ensure you’re on the proper track, the car is in good operating order, and everyone is safe before carrying on to the next destination. The Phase Gate guarantees that the project is reaching its objectives and is ready to go on to the next stage, while also assuring quality and alignment with the project’s goals at each level.