Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 354

During the execution phase of a project, a new department has been created in the company. The manager of this department has requested to be involved in the regular project communications and reporting cycles.
What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Ask the project team members to include the manager in all of their communications regarding this project.
• B. Inform the manager that only stakeholders identified in the communications management plan should be involved.
• C. Perform a stakeholder analysis and update the communications management plan to reflect the new situation.
• D. Suggest the manager contact the steering committee and project management office (PMO) to be included.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because performing a stakeholder analysis and updating the communications management plan is essential to ensure all relevant parties are informed and engaged. Option A is incorrect as it bypasses the formal communication structure. Option B is wrong since it dismisses the manager's request without considering the updated stakeholder landscape. Option D suggests an indirect approach that may not address the immediate need for communication integration.