Program Management Professional (PgMP) — Question 69

A program includes the development and shipping of 12 million product units over the next year. However, one program supplier has a history of overestimating its planned volume, which puts the product launch at risk.
What should the program manager do to monitor and control the supplier?

Answer options

• A. Use expert judgment, and update the program procurement plan.
• B. Seek stakeholder approval of program procurement management activities.
• C. Examine performance reports, audits, and inspections.
• D. Review proposal evaluation criteria, risk analyses, and mitigation strategies.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because examining performance reports, audits, and inspections provides concrete data about the supplier's actual performance, allowing the program manager to identify issues early. Options A and B focus on planning and approvals rather than direct monitoring, which are less effective for controlling the supplier's output. Option D, while relevant, does not provide immediate oversight of the supplier's current performance.