Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1315

During the implementation phase of a project, a new regulation affects the project, and a critical status meeting discussing the scope changes is required. The project manager discovers that a key stakeholder cannot attend the scheduled meeting.
What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Call for a change control board (CCB) meeting, and inform the stakeholder about the outcome
• B. Update the communications management plan and implement the change
• C. Meet with the project sponsor to discuss how to address the situation
• D. Meet with the stakeholder prior to the meeting to obtain their opinion

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because meeting with the stakeholder beforehand allows the project manager to gather their opinions, ensuring their input is considered in the decision-making process. Options A and B fail to involve the stakeholder directly, which could lead to a lack of buy-in or acceptance of the changes. Option C does not address the immediate need to include the stakeholder's perspective on the scope changes.