Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 385

A technical subject matter expert (SME) identifies an occurrence that should be captured in the project's lessons learned. The SME asks the project manager to write, document and include it in the lessons learned register.
What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Assign the documenting task to a project team member.
• B. Ask the SME to document and capture the occurrence.
• C. Request the SME to wait until the project closure phase.
• D. Take ownership of documenting this information.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the project manager should take ownership of documenting important lessons learned to ensure accuracy and accountability. Options A and B shift the responsibility away from the project manager, which is not ideal for maintaining the integrity of the lessons learned. Option C delays important documentation that should be captured as soon as possible.