Gold plating is delivering more than scope baseline and this can increase project risk. It is whereby a project team delivers beyond what was asked for in a project.   Scope creep is also understood as requirements creep. It happens due to the following reasons:  Interference from the client.  Insufficient and incomplete scope statement.  Poor change control system.  Miscommunication among the team members.  Causes external to organizations: e.g., market conditions, regulatory requirements, or technological advancements.  Inadequate monitoring of project activities. Follow these procedures to control scope creep:  Manage anticipations or expectations. Create a detailed scope statement, get consent for all deliverables and timelines, and designate clear expectations and familiarity or understanding.  Inspect all modifications properly. Uphold the project team from making changes without review.  Control client communication channels. Communicate promptly with the client and not let the client speak directly to the team unless necessary.  Encourage open communication within the project team.  Check-in regularly. Confirm the project progresses as scheduled to prevent scope, budget, or timeline deviations.