Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1336

A company has appointed a supplier to deliver software and has assigned an internal project manager. The supplier states that no technical development or testing is required from the customer. The project manager would like to confirm this with all of the stakeholders.

What should the internal project manager do first?

Answer options

• A. Host an alignment session with stakeholders to formalize the project requirements.
• B. Develop a user acceptance testing plan to ensure the quality of the deliverables.
• C. Communicate to the supplier that customer testing is required.
• D. Distribute the project plan to all of the interested parties.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because hosting an alignment session allows the project manager to gather input and validate the vendor's claims with all stakeholders. Option B is incorrect as developing a user acceptance testing plan is premature if the need for testing is still in question. Option C presumes customer testing is necessary without first confirming with stakeholders. Option D does not address the immediate need for stakeholder alignment regarding project requirements.