General
scope creep
What does scope creep mean?
The uncontrolled growth of a project's requirements after it has begun.
"Every meeting adds a feature, this is classic scope creep."
Origin
Project-management term for expanding scope.
Frequently asked questions
What is 'scope creep'?
It's the uncontrolled expansion of a project's requirements after work has begun, often derailing timelines and budgets.
How is it used?
Usually as a warning, e.g. 'We need to lock the requirements to avoid scope creep.'
Why is scope creep a problem?
Because each added feature or change eats into time and budget, so unchecked scope creep can cause projects to run late or fail.
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