Executive Summary Report

An executive summary is a brief report highlighting important items of a project. Managers who read the executive summary should get the essence of the project status without the need to get into the fine details. Include how this particular project impacts the organization as a whole if not already known. Being concise is the key.

What does an Executive Summary Report Include?

The overall report should typically be between 1 - 2 Pages and should include, but not be limited to:

1. The Goal or Outcome to be achieved
2. Overall Cost Baseline, Estimate to Complete & Variance
3. Schedule Baseline, Milestones Actual (highlight any variances)
4. Risks / Opportunities
5. Mitigation / Enhancement Plans
6. General Concerns
7. Future Business