SKILL.md
Project Status Report Skill
Produces a clear, structured project status report — the weekly communication that keeps stakeholders informed without requiring a meeting.
Required Inputs
- Project name
- Reporting period
- Current RAG status (Red / Amber / Green)
- Key milestones (due, delivered, coming)
- Issues or blockers
- Decisions needed from stakeholders
- Budget status (if tracked)
- Audience (steering committee / sponsor / PMO / full team)
Output Structure
Project Status Report: [Project Name]
Period: [Date range] | Author: [PM] | Next report: [Date]
Overall Status
| Dimension | Status | Last period | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Red / Amber / Green | [Last] | Improving / Stable / Declining |
| Schedule | |||
| Budget | |||
| Scope | |||
| Risks |
RAG definitions:
- Green: On track. No significant issues.
- Amber: At risk. Issues identified but mitigations in place.
- Red: Off track. Escalation or decisions required to recover.
Executive Summary
[3-5 sentences. Headline story. If it is Red, say so immediately and why. Never bury bad news after good news.]
Milestone Progress
| Milestone | Due date | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
