Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1087

An organization imports many of the materials for a product build. Due to global shipping delays, some of the essential materials have yet to arrive, resulting in the inability to finish building the product for the upcoming release. The project manager is meeting with stakeholders to discuss options.

What should the project manager recommend?

Answer options

• A. Request marketing to launch an advertising campaign for the product that is currently in stock.
• B. Update the project management plan, factoring in furloughs of the assembly team to reduce expenses.
• C. Meet with the engineering team to manufacture the materials in-house.
• D. Explore if the materials could be supplied locally and obtained on time.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because exploring local suppliers can potentially resolve the shipping delays and ensure timely availability of essential materials. Options A and B do not address the core issue of material shortages, while option C may not be feasible or cost-effective compared to sourcing materials locally.