PRINCE2 Practitioner 6th Edition — Question 16

The Health and Safety Training Project has been divided into four stages. The executive considers this project to be a compulsory project and has advised the project manager that it is not necessary to produce the project initiation documentation. This would mean that the project would consist of three delivery stages.
How well does this apply the 'manage by stages' principle?

Answer options

• A. It applies it well, because the project management method should be tailored to the project.
• B. It applies it well, because the justification for delivering the project is already understood.
• C. It applies it poorly, because the stages should be shorter to provide more control to the project board.
• D. It applies it poorly, because solid foundations should be established for every project.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as every project requires a solid foundation, including proper initiation documentation, to ensure successful management and control. Without this documentation, the project lacks essential structure and clarity, which undermines the 'manage by stages' principle. Options A and B incorrectly assume that the lack of documentation is acceptable due to the project's mandatory nature, while option C misinterprets the necessary length of stages for effective governance.