Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 515

A project manager is managing a hybrid project. After attending an iteration review, a stakeholder tells the project manager that they are very busy and asks why these reviews are held so frequently.
How should the project manager respond?

Answer options

• A. Record the issue in the issue log and escalate the conflict to the project sponsor for assistance.
• B. Explain to the stakeholder that the stakeholder engagement plan requires their attendance at all reviews.
• C. Discuss with the stakeholder the benefits of the hybrid project and how frequent reviews lead to greater value and less rework.
• D. Negotiate a reduced review attendance with the stakeholder and update the stakeholder engagement plan to reflect this reduced attendance.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because it emphasizes the importance of frequent reviews in a hybrid project, which can enhance stakeholder value and minimize rework. Option A is not proactive in addressing the stakeholder's concern, B is too rigid as it doesn't consider the stakeholder's input, and D might undermine the purpose of regular reviews.