Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1310

A project manager created a contingency plan associated with a risk. The risk was realized, but the client insists on using a new workaround instead. The requested workaround will introduce delays and require additional budget.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Request to use the management reserve to keep the schedule.
• B. Discuss the options with the client as part of the change control process.
• C. Proceed with the approved risk response plan.
• D. Mitigate risks associated with the workaround to avoid project delays.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The project manager should discuss options with the client as part of the change control process because it allows for collaboration and agreement on how to proceed. This ensures that all implications of the workaround are understood and documented. The other options either bypass necessary client communication (A and C) or focus on mitigating new risks without addressing the client's request (D).