264 PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR SMALL BUSINESS + the most evident to the project customer, so there must be a con- sistent diligence regarding quality implementation. Closing a project is more than just handing off the project deliverables to the customer. There are reviews of the project scope, the schedule, the financials, and the overall performance. Some projects may allow for an easy, informal review of the results, while others will demand a more formal inspection of the project. The type of closure is often based on the contractual obligations, the culture of the business, and the size of the project scope. While closure is usually a sign of project scope completion, it can also represent a failed project. It's possible for the contractual relationship between the business and the project customer to be terminated early. Poor project performance, financial constraints, or a change in technology can all contribute to the cancellation of a