Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 532

A client is structured as a matrix organization for an agile project. The project manager is working on-site with key stakeholders from different parts of the organization.
How should the project manager handle the different stakeholders?

Answer options

• A. All stakeholders are important, so the project manager should follow directions provided by management and key stakeholders
• B. Because there are different perspectives, perform a stakeholder analysis and act based on the outcome
• C. The project manager is working on the client's premises, so follow the directions of all the key stakeholders
• D. This is an agile project, so listen only to the directions of the project manager's supervisor and the functional managers of the organization

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, B, emphasizes the importance of understanding the diverse perspectives of stakeholders through a stakeholder analysis, which is critical in managing their varying interests effectively. Options A and C suggest following directions without assessing stakeholder influence, which may lead to oversight of important perspectives. Option D incorrectly limits stakeholder engagement to only higher management, neglecting valuable input from other stakeholders.