Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 617

A project is nearing completion. The contingency time has been consumed. To ensure that the final deliverables are achieved on time and within budget, the project manager has asked the team to follow a rigorous process. This is causing some resistance among the team members.

What should the project manager do to address the growing resistance?

Answer options

• A. Describe to the team members how specific tools and techniques can be used to finish on time.
• B. Convince team members to use a specific methodology to complete the project on time.
• C. Crash the project schedule and ask project team members to work overtime to meet the new timeline.
• D. Motivate project team members by offering incentives to complete the project on time.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because explaining how specific tools and techniques can aid in meeting deadlines helps the team understand the practical application of their work, reducing resistance. Option B is less effective as it focuses on persuasion rather than practical solutions. Option C could lead to burnout and decreased productivity, while D, although motivating, does not directly address the team's resistance to the process.