Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 392

A project manager received the project charter for a new product. The project is expected to have two main deliveries: the hardware part that has detailed specifications already defined, including a sample machine, and the user interface software that has only a basic specification and a requirement for a user experience design approach.
Which project management approach should the project manager use?

Answer options

• A. The software development has a high uncertainty level, so an agile approach is recommended for the project.
• B. A hybrid approach will work, using agile for software development and a predictive approach for the hardware deliveries.
• C. The deliverables are significantly different, so the project should be split into two projects that are driven by a program.
• D. The scope is well defined; therefore, a predictive approach is straightforward and the hardware and software can by synchronized on the gates.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because it acknowledges the need for agility in the software development due to its uncertainty while still applying a predictive approach for the more clearly defined hardware component. Option A incorrectly suggests an agile-only approach, which wouldn't address the hardware deliveries effectively. Option C proposes splitting the project, which is unnecessary given that a hybrid approach is more efficient, and option D overlooks the uncertainty in the software development by assuming a purely predictive method would suffice.