Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 243

A project manager is working in a company that has several global offices. During resource planning for a new project, the project manager realizes that the company requires projects to include team members from different continents.
What should the project manager do to ensure a successful project execution?

Answer options

• A. Plan for a meeting with the project sponsor to discuss the possibility of utilizing only local colleagues.
• B. Send emails with information about the project deliverables on the first day of the project.
• C. Connect with every location and check their preferred methods of communication.
• D. Invite all resources to the project manager's location to form a cohesive team until all deliverables are completed.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, emphasizes the importance of understanding and adapting to the communication preferences of diverse teams, which can enhance collaboration. Options A and D suggest limiting team participation or forcing a physical gathering, which can be impractical and counterproductive in a global context. Option B lacks proactive engagement and does not facilitate effective communication from the outset.