PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 125

A project affects the marketing unit and procurement unit. The project manager gives the business analyst an overview of the project for the first time.
What should the business analyst do immediately after the discussion?

Answer options

• A. Schedule time with the process owners.
• B. Develop an issues log.
• C. Put the information into a project plan.
• D. Assess the risks for the project.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because developing an issues log helps to track and manage any problems that arise during the project. Scheduling time with process owners, putting information into a project plan, or assessing risks are all important tasks, but they can be done after ensuring that all issues are documented and addressed.