Project Evaluation Request FAQ

The Project Evaluation Request is the starting point for proposing a new software, hardware, or technology project that requires ITS resources. It provides ITS with the information needed to understand the business need and determine the appropriate path forward.

After submission, ITS reviews the request to determine whether it should be evaluated as a project or addressed through an existing ITS service or ongoing operational work.

ITS will review the request and determine the appropriate path forward.

Potential Project: The request will be referred to the Project Management Office (PMO) for further evaluation.

Existing ITS Service: You will be directed to the appropriate ITS Service Catalog request.

Ongoing Operations: The request will be routed to the appropriate ITS team for evaluation and prioritization.

ITS will communicate the outcome of the review and any next steps.

ITS uses a Project Management Framework (PMF) with seven defined stages — Initiate, Plan, Design, Build, Test, Deploy, and Close. The framework provides a consistent approach for planning, managing, communicating, and delivering ITS projects.

If your request involves new software or technology, completing a Technology Review before submitting a Project Evaluation Request is recommended. A Technology Review helps identify security, architecture, integration, accessibility, and other technology considerations that may affect the request.

If a Technology Review has not been completed, you may still submit a Project Evaluation Request. ITS will determine whether a Technology Review or other evaluation is needed as part of the review process.