Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 420

A human resource (HR) acquisition process for a large project has recently changed. One major process change includes the approval of the financial manager and the recruitment manager. This change to the process implies longer processing. The project urgently needs new resources.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Ask the financial manager to delay implementation due to potential project delays and penalties.
• B. Assess the impact of the change and review the project management plan for next steps.
• C. Adapt the resource management plan and ask for financial approval before sending it to the customer.
• D. Review the project schedule to determine which technique will reduce impact on project duration.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because assessing the impact of the process change is crucial for understanding how it affects the project's timeline and resources. The other options do not address the need to evaluate the situation and adapt the project management plan accordingly, which is essential in urgent scenarios.