While managing an Appium-based test automation project can be challenging, it's essential to keep maintenance overhead in mind, as it can make or break the success of the project. Rapid changes in the application under test, testing on multiple platforms, mobile operating system versions, devices, and the app itself are significant factors that increase maintenance overhead. To mitigate this, teams need to consider low-maintenance scenarios where information exchange is quick, cross-platform issues are minimal, and the app's evolution is slow. In contrast, high-maintenance overhead situations arise when dealing with complex applications, multiple platforms, frequent changes, and large teams, requiring careful planning, effective communication, and robust tools to manage complexity. By asking fundamental questions about project complexity early on and setting up a clear workflow, collaboration process, and toolset, teams can better navigate the challenges of Appium-based test automation projects.