PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) — Question 31

Critical deliverables are delayed, because a key subject matter expert (SME) does not have enough time to allocate to the tasks. How could the situation be improved for the future?

Answer options

• A. Cross train others to reduce the SME workload.
• B. Introduce scope reductions to limit the reliance on SMEs.
• C. Replace the SME with resources, who are responsible for receiving output from the SME on their deliverables.
• D. Extend the project schedule timeline to accommodate availability of the SME.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, suggests cross-training others, which can lessen the dependency on one SME and distribute the workload more evenly. Options B and D do not address the root cause of the issue and may lead to further delays or reduced project quality. Option C removes the SME but does not ensure that the new resources have the necessary expertise, which could lead to misunderstandings and errors in deliverables.