PFMP · Question #103
A portfolio manager has several portfolio communications to distribute to the steering committee and stakeholders, but this information must be sent simultaneously in order to avoid confusion. The too
The correct answer is A. portfolio management information system dashboard.. A portfolio management information system (PMIS) dashboard is the most effective tool for distributing portfolio information simultaneously, as all stakeholders access the same data at the same time.
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A portfolio manager has several portfolio communications to distribute to the steering committee and stakeholders, but this information must be sent simultaneously in order to avoid confusion. The tool that will be most effective in distributing this information is a/an:
Options
- Aportfolio management information system dashboard.
- Bportfolio centralized reporting repository.
- Ce-mail distribution list.
- Dorganizational announcement.
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(71 responses)- A76% (54)
- B8% (6)
- C13% (9)
- D3% (2)
Why each option
A portfolio management information system (PMIS) dashboard is the most effective tool for distributing portfolio information simultaneously, as all stakeholders access the same data at the same time.
A PMIS dashboard provides a centralized, real-time view that is accessible to all authorized stakeholders simultaneously, ensuring everyone receives identical information at the same moment. This eliminates the confusion that arises from staggered or sequential distribution methods, making it the optimal tool when simultaneity of receipt is a requirement.
A centralized reporting repository stores information passively and does not actively push or distribute it simultaneously to all stakeholders.
An email distribution list delivers messages through email servers sequentially, which cannot guarantee simultaneous receipt across all recipients.
An organizational announcement is a broad, non-targeted communication tool that is not specifically designed for portfolio stakeholder audiences and does not guarantee simultaneity.
Concept tested: PMIS dashboard for simultaneous stakeholder communication
Source: https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/standard-for-portfolio-management
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