Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 224

One of the main inputs required for a deliverable is missing due to a miscommunication between the vendor and project manager. Because of the missed deliverable, the critical path of the project is extended.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Start an audit of the vendor's processes and procedures
• B. Review lessons learned from previous projects with this vendor
• C. Make a detailed analysis on vendor issues during the project
• D. Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct action is to execute a contingency plan, as it provides an immediate response to mitigate the impact of the missing deliverable. Starting an audit, reviewing past lessons, or analyzing vendor issues may take too long and does not directly address the current problem that is impacting the project's timeline.