Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1238

Early in the execution phase, a project manager discovers that recent changes in enterprise environmental factors (EEFs) will severely reduce the implementation cost and shorten the project schedule.
How should the project manager address this situation?

Answer options

• A. Meet with the project team to decide how the remaining budget will be spent
• B. Keep the extra budget as management reserve until project closeout
• C. Give the team extra time to finish tasks within the original timeline
• D. Follow the project escalation policy and communications management plan

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because following the project escalation policy and communications management plan ensures that all stakeholders are informed and involved in decision-making regarding significant changes. Options A and B do not address the need for proper communication and oversight in light of the changes, while option C is counterproductive as it does not leverage the opportunity presented by the reduced costs and shortened schedule.