PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) — Question 65

A project manager was informed that the testing of the latest component in the project’s software update release was not successful. As a result, the delivery timelines for the software release will be delayed. The project manager did not previously capture this as a risk to the project.

What should the project manager do next to avoid similar risks?

Answer options

• A. Add contingencies to other tasks to mitigate similar risks.
• B. Review the risk response plan looking for lessons learned.
• C. Reassess risks with a new assumptions and constraints analysis.
• D. Log the event in the issue log and update the project management plan.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because reassessing risks with new assumptions and constraints allows the project manager to identify potential issues early and improve future risk management. Option A focuses on adding contingencies, which does not address the root cause. Option B, while useful for lessons learned, does not proactively prevent future risks. Option D is reactive and does not enhance the risk management process.