Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 860

Product implementation portions of a project are nearing completion. The project manager schedules a series of meetings to meet with the marketing management team. During the meeting, the marketing manager tells the project manager that some key members of the department will not be available to work on the implementation for the next 3 months.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Shift those key members and assign them to another project.
• B. Cancel the meeting series until the marketing team provides a solution.
• C. Consult the project team and discuss the key team members’ availability.
• D. Consult the resource management plan and escalate to the sponsor.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because consulting the resource management plan and escalating to the sponsor ensures that the project manager follows established protocols to address resource constraints. Option A is incorrect as reassigning key members may not align with project priorities. Option B is not advisable because it delays resolution and communication. Option C, while proactive, does not leverage the necessary authority and resources available through the sponsor.