Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 903

A project manager who works for a company involved in several industries is asked to lead a software development project for a government agency. The company attempted to execute similar projects for other industries before but was unsuccessful.

What should the project manager do to ensure project success?

Answer options

• A. Continue executing the project using expert judgment.
• B. Review the lessons learned registers from the previous projects.
• C. Document this information in the risk management plan.
• D. Develop a contingency plan to prepare for possible risks.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, B, emphasizes the importance of learning from past experiences to avoid repeating mistakes. Reviewing lessons learned allows the project manager to identify pitfalls from previous projects and implement strategies to mitigate those issues. The other options, while useful, do not address the crucial step of leveraging past insights to inform current project execution.