Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 781

Company A has a culture of adhering to policies and procedures. A project manager is applying an agile approach to their in-house software development project, but even with training, they are still unable to deliver efficiently.

What should the project manager do first to improve this situation?

Answer options

• A. Empower and coach the team members to focus on project delivery results.
• B. Identify key team members who can influence others to contribute efficiently.
• C. Follow company procedures and retrain team members on the agile approach.
• D. Ask company management to delay the project and grant it additional time.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because empowering and coaching team members fosters a collaborative environment that enhances focus on delivery outcomes, which is essential in agile practices. Options B, C, and D do not address the immediate need for team empowerment and may perpetuate inefficiencies or delay the project further.