The Stage-Gate Model/phase-gate process

Abstract

Developed by Bashir Isse

The stage-gate model which is also called phase-gate process is a project management methodology that is used to create a project from an idea-to-launch in a structured way, which includes several decision-making points, known as gates, involving senior management that take decisions regarding the course of the project. The stage-gate model is created by Robert G. Cooper in 1980's to help companies manage the product development process more efficiently. It was adopted to manage a variety of projects like process improvements and process changes and is regarded today as a general project management methodology with multiple variations. The model is today a registered trade mark at Stage Gate Inc. a company founded by Cooper and Edgett

Stage gate in a nutshell (from Planisware channel)