Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1016

As a project is reaching completion, the project sponsor tells the project manager to immediately close the project and to move on to another project. Which critical task should the project manager complete before closing the project?

Answer options

• A. Update and close both the risk register and issue log with the latest updates, and save them in the organization's project management information system (PMIS).
• B. Archive all the project documents following the organization's accepted practices so the documents can be used in other future projects.
• C. Ensure that the whole team is appropriately recognized and organize a project farewell party to celebrate the project success and closure.
• D. Meet with the project sponsor and advise that the new project might be difficult to undertake because the current project is not yet complete.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because archiving project documents is essential for knowledge transfer and future reference in subsequent projects. Options A and C, while important, do not take precedence over the need to properly archive documentation. Option D does not address the immediate task of closing the project.