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in scope

If something is in scope, it is included within the defined boundaries of a project, task, or agreement.

In plain English

There is a set of work that has been agreed or marked out in advance. When something is in scope, it belongs inside that set and is part of what the project, task, or agreement covers.

In context

Here, "in scope" labels work that is included within the agreed boundaries of the project.

Situation
Collaborating remotely through projects, tasks, meetings, handoffs, and approvals
What it communicates
labels work included in the agreed project boundaries

Meaning limits

By itself, the term does not say when the work will be done or how important it is.

Examples

“Installing the new shelves is in scope, but painting the ceiling is not.”

Core meaning

“At the planning meeting, they agreed that staff training was in scope for the project.”

In context