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For governments worldwide, you normally have a lot of people reluctant to change and to using new technology tools especially for communication. You are managing a governmental portfolio and…

The correct answer is A. Communication Matrix. The Communication Matrix is the specific document used to catalog and depict the various communication media and methods to be used across a portfolio.

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For governments worldwide, you normally have a lot of people reluctant to change and to using new technology tools especially for communication. You are managing a governmental portfolio and planning for a transformational endeavor. You are currently depicting the various communication media and methods to be used, where is this information normally used?

Options

  • ACommunication Matrix
  • BStakeholder Communication Strategy Matrix
  • CStakeholder Groups
  • DStakeholder Matrix

How the community answered

(13 responses)
  • A
    85% (11)
  • B
    8% (1)
  • D
    8% (1)

Why each option

The Communication Matrix is the specific document used to catalog and depict the various communication media and methods to be used across a portfolio.

ACommunication MatrixCorrect

The Communication Matrix is a structured tool in portfolio management that maps all communication channels, media types, methods, frequency, and responsible parties in a grid format. When planning communications for a transformational government portfolio, the portfolio manager uses the Communication Matrix to document which media and methods apply to each type of communication and audience, providing a complete and accessible reference for all communication activities.

BStakeholder Communication Strategy Matrix

The Stakeholder Communication Strategy Matrix defines the overall communication strategy and engagement approach per stakeholder group - it does not serve as the catalog of specific media and methods used.

CStakeholder Groups

Stakeholder Groups is a classification artifact used to categorize stakeholders into segments; it does not document communication media and methods.

DStakeholder Matrix

The Stakeholder Matrix is used to analyze and prioritize stakeholders based on attributes like power and interest; it does not record the communication media and methods to be deployed.

Concept tested: Portfolio communication matrix media and methods documentation

Source: https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/standard-for-portfolio-management

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#Communication Planning#Communication Matrix#Portfolio Management#Stakeholder Communication

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