Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 358

During a project's third iteration, two of the existing team members were replaced. As the project entered the next iteration, the team velocity dropped and the performance started to slip.
What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Guide the team to revert back to the forming and storming stages.
• B. Discuss the decrease in productivity with human resources (HR).
• C. Convene a team building event to address key performance indicators (KPIs).
• D. Escalate the issue to the project sponsor.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because reverting to the forming and storming stages allows the team to rebuild relationships and improve collaboration after changes in personnel. Options B and D do not directly address the immediate team dynamics, while option C may not be effective without first addressing the underlying team issues.