- What are you trying to do? – Articulate your objectives using absolutely no jargon.
 - How is it done today, and what are the limits of current practice?
 - What is new in your approach and why do you think it will be successful?
 - Who cares? If you are successful, what difference will it make?
 - What are the risks?
 - How much will it cost?
 - How long will it take?
 - What are the mid-term and final “exams” to check for success?