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Track project status and gate decisions by updating a status.json file that records phase, stage, step status, gate outcomes, reasons, blockers, and next actions. This ensures critical project milestones are clearly defined and auditable throughout the planning workflow.

Gatekeeping in project management validates readiness for the next stage by enforcing a contract on the status.json format. It tracks gate outcomes, blockers, and next actions, ensuring critical project milestones are clearly defined and auditable before proceeding.

Update project readiness by modifying the status.json file to set the completed stage to 'done' and the gate to 'PASS'. Include any identified blockers and next actions to ensure the project stays on track for the next phase.

No specific dependencies are required to use this project status tracking method. It relies solely on a status.json file as the single source of truth, enforcing a contract for format and content validation without external components.

The best way to maintain a single source of truth for project planning milestones is using a status.json file. It manages status updates and gate decisions within a standard planning flow, ensuring consistent tracking of phases, stages, and blockers.

Project status tracking fails with an invalid status.json format because the system enforces a strict contract for content validation. The status.json file must follow the defined structure to properly track gate outcomes, blockers, and next actions.