PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) — Question 306

A project manager is managing a large complex project with cross-functional teams using an adaptive approach. Frequent communication among the team leads of these cross-functional teams is crucial for the project to stay on track and deliver value according to the project plan.

Which agile communication practice should the project manager implement to ensure the cross-functional teams interact frequently?

Answer options

• A. Empower each cross-functional team lead to manage their team's issues and impediments.
• B. Post the daily coordination meetings and discuss impediments raised by the teams.
• C. Ask the project management office (PMO) to work on the communications management plan for the cross-functional teams.
• D. Set up additional meetings to handle additional communications if necessary.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because empowering team leads allows them to take ownership and fosters a culture of proactive problem-solving, which is essential in agile environments. Options B and D suggest meetings, which may not guarantee the same level of autonomy and responsiveness needed. Option C defers communication responsibility to the PMO, which may slow down the agile process.