Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) — Question 38

The portfolio manager has obtained a prioritized inventory of work for each of the subportfolios of new products, regulatory, and quality improvement. Each subportfolio has been prioritized based on the objectives contained in the subportfolio charters. The executive sponsor has requested that the portfolio manager identify a best-practice approach to incorporate the subportfolio’s prioritization into an overall portfolio prioritization.
The portfolio manager has determined that this approach should develop a process to:

Answer options

• A. implement a portfolio multi-criteria weighted ranking.
• B. evaluate capability and capacity.
• C. integrate the subportfolios into the portfolio management plan.
• D. utilize graphical and analytical methods.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because assessing capability and capacity is essential to ensure that the overall portfolio can effectively handle the prioritized tasks from the subportfolios. Option A, while useful, does not directly address the integration of prioritization into overall capacity. Option C suggests merging plans but lacks the specific focus on evaluating the ability to execute. Option D focuses on methods rather than the necessary evaluation of resources.