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How we scope Retool projects to avoid budget overruns
Most budget overruns don’t come from development - they come from unclear scope. To avoid this, we focus on structure before building
Define must-have vs nice-to-have:
Separate core workflows from future improvements
Phase delivery:
Ship the essential system first, then expand safely
Early demos:
Validate workflows early to avoid late changes
Clear data model:
Structure data and permissions before adding logic
Good scoping reduces risk, speeds delivery, and keeps expectations aligned
👉 Clear scope protects both sides
Such an underrated point. Most project issues are scope problems, not build problems. Defining must-have vs nice-to-have early changes everything.
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