Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1288

After a project team has been working on a project for several months, the project is cancelled. The project sponsor is putting pressure on the project manager to perform closeout duties as fast as possible so that the project team can move on to other work. The project sponsor has instructed the team not to waste time archiving the project artifacts for the cancelled project.

How should the project manager handle this situation?

Answer options

• A. Archive the project artifacts on the project manager's local computer for future reference.
• B. Document the project sponsor's instructions as the archived project artifacts.
• C. Comply with the project sponsor's request to not archive the project artifacts.
• D. Consult with the project management office (PMO) for guidance on project artifacts.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because consulting with the PMO ensures that the project manager adheres to organizational policies regarding project documentation, even if the project is cancelled. Options A and B do not align with best practices for project closure, and C disregards the importance of proper documentation, which could be crucial for future projects.