Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 207

Due to organizational changes, several key stakeholders are replaced by new ones in the middle of a project. As a result, numerous new requirements are raised.
What should the project manager do to ensure success of the project?

Answer options

• A. Review and prioritize new requirements with stakeholders to determine which change requests are needed.
• B. Seek immediate approval to amend the project timeline and budget in order to deliver all new requirements.
• C. Escalate the issue to the project sponsor and seek support to keep the original requirements.
• D. Emphasize to the new stakeholders that new requirements are not allowed at this stage of the project.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because reviewing and prioritizing new requirements with stakeholders allows the project manager to align the project with current stakeholder needs and ensure that the most critical changes are addressed. Option B is incorrect as it may not be feasible to deliver all new requirements without proper assessment. Option C does not address the need for stakeholder engagement with the new requirements, and Option D is dismissive of the new stakeholders' input, which could hinder project success.