Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) — Question 87

A project team is reviewing project performance. During the execution phase, the project team discovers that there is an off-the-shelf (OTS) product, which could reduce the time line for development.

What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Add the discovery to the assumptions.
• B. Evaluate the risk with the project team.
• C. Conduct an opportunity analysis with team.
• D. Update the project management plan.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct action is to conduct an opportunity analysis with the team, as this allows the project manager to evaluate how the OTS product can be utilized effectively. Adding the discovery to assumptions or updating the project management plan may not address the immediate opportunity presented by the OTS product, and evaluating risks is less relevant at this stage since the focus is on leveraging a potential benefit.