Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1045

A project manager brings in a new team member from an agile environment to work in a predictive environment. The project manager expects to leverage the new team member's agile experience with the existing team members.

What should the project manager do to integrate the new team member effectively?

Answer options

• A. Set expectations with the new team member and explain what is needed.
• B. Acknowledge that hiring this new employee is a risk to the existing team.
• C. Train the new team member in the predictive project management approach.
• D. Meet with all team members and explain the new employee's position.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Setting clear expectations with the new team member is crucial for their successful integration, as it helps them understand their role and how to contribute effectively. While acknowledging risks or providing training may be useful, they do not directly address the immediate need for clarity in expectations. Meeting with the team members is also beneficial, but it does not specifically focus on integrating the new member's skills into the project.