Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1280

A project manager is building a team to work on a service integration project that will transition technology management services from company A to company B. The project team will consist of members from both companies. Prospective team members for the project are located all over the world, have different types of technology backgrounds, and use different approaches for work.

How should the project manager build a cohesive, high-performing team?

Answer options

• A. Ask the human resources (HR) department to arrange interview meetings to select the team.
• B. Organize the team members into several kick-off sessions based on technology type.
• C. Ask prospective team members to write a short biography explaining how they can contribute to the team's success.
• D. Review the list of team members’ skills and understand how they will work together to deliver the project outcomes.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, focuses on understanding the skills and collaboration dynamics of team members, which is essential for building a high-performing team. Options A and B do not address the integration of diverse skills and backgrounds, while option C lacks a direct approach to fostering teamwork and collaboration necessary for project success.