Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 540

During the design phase, a project manager realizes that the project will benefit from using adaptive tools. The effectiveness of this approach has been proven in past projects inside the organization.
What should the project manager do first?

Answer options

• A. Update project documents to include adaptive tools and artifacts and plan the first iterative session
• B. Contact the project sponsor and request new team members who are familiar with adaptive projects
• C. Confirm team capabilities before introducing adaptive tools and artifacts to the project
• D. Freeze the design stage and look for an external resource to run iterative design at extra cost

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because assessing the team's capabilities ensures they are equipped to effectively use adaptive tools, which is crucial for successful implementation. Options A and B assume that the team is ready for adaptive tools without confirmation of their capabilities, while D suggests an unnecessary halt and additional costs, which is not an efficient approach.