Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 950

During the project planning phase, a project manager is informed that they cannot start one activity before another department implements the required IT system. What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Fast track this dependency to avoid delaying the project.
• B. Perform Integrated Change Control.
• C. Ask IT to prioritize the needed system to meet the schedule.
• D. Include the dependency in the project schedule.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Including the dependency in the project schedule (option D) is the correct approach as it ensures that all stakeholders are aware of the timeline constraints. Fast tracking (option A) may introduce risks, while performing Integrated Change Control (option B) does not directly address the dependency issue. Asking IT to prioritize (option C) may not be feasible and does not formally acknowledge the dependency in project planning.