Team Charter Format

Team Name: [TEAM NAME]
Date: [DATE]
Sponsor: [YOUR NAME] / [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Team Leader: [TEAM LEADER NAME]
Team Members: [TEAM MEMBER NAMES]

1. Purpose Statement:

Clearly define the purpose of the team and the primary objectives it is expected to achieve.

2. Team Goals and Deliverables:

List the specific, measurable, and time-bound goals for the team. Outline key deliverables the team is responsible for completing.

3. Roles and Responsibilities:

Team Leader: Overall responsibility for the team’s performance, communication, and progress.

Team Members: Responsibilities include completing assigned tasks, participating in meetings, and collaborating with team members.

Sponsor: Provides guidance and support to the team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

4. Scope and Boundaries:

Define the scope of the team’s work, including what is in-scope and what is out-of-scope for the team to address.

5. Decision-Making Process:

Describe how decisions will be made within the team (e.g., consensus, majority vote, leader's decision).

6. Communication Plan:

Detail how and when the team will communicate, including meeting schedules, reporting requirements, and communication channels (e.g., email, video calls, etc.).