Base: Falls fully within standard expectations for this project type. No additional depth, risk, urgency, compliance burden, or support overhead.
Slight: Small increase beyond standard. Minor added thinking, coordination, oversight, urgency, or regulation. Low impact on delivery.
Medium: Clear step up from standard. More moving parts, tighter timelines, higher scrutiny, or increased stakeholder involvement. Noticeable impact on planning and testing.
High: Significant uplift from standard. Complex requirements, elevated risk, strict compliance, accelerated delivery, or ongoing support sensitivity. Requires deeper planning and greater control.
Very High: Substantial increase across multiple factors. High risk, regulatory exposure, critical timelines, complex dependencies, or long term operational impact. Demands detailed planning, careful execution, and extended validation.