Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 691

During the initiation phase, a sponsor recommends that all team members should be colocated. Some of the team members need a significant amount of time to commute, and there is no office space available.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Log this as a risk, since colocating the team will require additional costs.
• B. Colocate the project team because that is what the sponsor requested.
• C. Assess the business benefits of a colocated project team.
• D. Colocate the project team because it will increase efficiency.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because assessing the business benefits helps the project manager understand whether the advantages of colocating the team outweigh the challenges. Option A is incorrect since simply logging a risk does not address the situation effectively. Option B and D are wrong as they focus on following the sponsor's request and potential efficiency without evaluating the overall business context.