Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1285

A project manager is leading a project that will be delivered using a Scrum framework. The organization has an innovative project management office (PMO) that fully supports agile and also has a very friendly procurement team. A new vendor needs to be engaged to provide more developers for a new reporting platform.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Consult the development team and engage a vendor that is recommended by them.
• B. Use a formal approach using procurement policies, procedures, forms, and work instructions.
• C. Consult the product owner and engage a vendor that is recommended by them.
• D. Use an agile approach and engage a vendor that delivered well in a previous organization.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because adhering to formal procurement processes ensures compliance and proper vendor engagement, which is crucial for project success. While consulting the development team or product owner (options A and C) may provide valuable insights, it does not replace the need for formal procedures. Option D, while agile, does not follow the necessary organizational procurement protocols.