Project Definition

An IT project is defined as an activity undertaken to acquire, develop, enhance, or repair functional capabilities or services using IT components (software, hardware, or both) that require a significant level of effort to meet objectives. A significant level of effort is defined as encompassing more than 40 hours of labor and/or cost more than $5,000 to complete.

NOTE: Users submitting IT project requests SHOULD NOT make any purchases of equipment or software related to the project request until they have received an official communication from the Executive Director of TESS that their project has been approved and is being scheduled.