Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 467

A company wants to be a pioneer in its industry and has announced the launch date of a new innovative product. After the first sprint planning, the team realizes that it is not possible to deliver all the features in the required time.
What should the project manager do to ensure success?

Answer options

• A. Ask the customer to reduce the backlog to meet the launch date.
• B. Increase the capacity of the team to deliver the completed backlog on time.
• C. Assist the team in defining a minimum viable product (MVP) by the launch date.
• D. Schedule a meeting with the stakeholders to review the contingency plan.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because defining a minimum viable product (MVP) allows the team to prioritize essential features that can be delivered on time, ensuring a successful launch. Option A is not ideal as it compromises customer expectations, while B may not be feasible or realistic, and D, although useful, does not directly address the immediate need to deliver a viable product on schedule.