Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 965

There is an upcoming merger between a functional organization and an agile organization. The merger has necessitated that team members from both organizations brainstorm the effect this merger will have on critical compliance standards and the previous regulations for a project.

What should the project manager do in order to achieve this objective?

Answer options

• A. Hold a joint meeting with both organizations, determine an engagement method, and then brainstorm.
• B. Schedule separate breakaway sessions for each organization to brainstorm and share ideas.
• C. Hold separate meetings for each organization, determine an engagement method, and then brainstorm.
• D. Bring a team of experts to brainstorm and agree on the next course of action for the organizations.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because holding a joint meeting fosters collaboration and ensures that both organizations can address compliance standards together. Options B and C separate the organizations, which could hinder effective communication and lead to missed insights. Option D relies on external experts rather than leveraging the internal knowledge and perspectives of the team members involved in the merger.