On the IPD Map you won’t find an indication of where a contract is signed. It could happen right from the start, after initial design or at some other point. While contracts are necessary, having real agreement with a client through deeper discussion, exploration and consensus with them is crucial for a “meeting of the minds”. What our project leaders need to focus on mostly is gaining that real understanding of what the client needs and what is expected to be delivered.Please click on the link for more information