Program Management Professional (PgMP) — Question 155

Robert is the program manager for his organization which operates in a matrix structure.
Resources in Robert's program will be utilized on several projects in and out of his program. He wants to be certain that all of the resources will be planned accordingly and that the project managers communicate with one another about when the resources will be needed and utilized in the projects. What plan should
Robert create along with the project managers to ensure that the resources are scheduled and managed effectively?

Answer options

• A. Resource management plan
• B. Program management calendar
• C. Schedule management plan
• D. Resource calendar

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The Resource management plan is essential for coordinating the allocation and scheduling of resources across projects, ensuring that all project managers are aligned. The Program management calendar focuses on timelines for the program as a whole, while the Schedule management plan deals more specifically with project timelines. The Resource calendar provides availability details but does not address overall resource management across multiple projects.