Reviews

Director's Review 

The overall purpose of Director reviews is to perform a formal dry run in preparation for the IPR.  These reviews assist the field in successfully completing the project, as well as identifying areas where Office of Science (SC) management needs to focus additional resources.

DOE / IPR Review 

The overall purpose of an IPReview is to determine, by a non-proponent body, whether the scope of programs, projects, or activities; the underlying assumptions regarding scientific objectives and supporting technology; the cost and schedule estimates; the contingency provisions; and the management approach are valid and credible within DOE budgetary and administrative constraints. Reviews conducted by the Office of Project Assessment (OPA) are intended to reduce the risk of project failure by identifying existing and potential problems in a timely manner so that prompt and effective resolution is possible.