Robert is the program manager for his organization which operates in a matrix structure. Resources in Robert's program will be utilized on several projects in and out of his program. He wants to be ce

A schedule management plan governs how the project schedule is developed, maintained, and controlled - it does not address cross-project resource coordination.

The resource management plan establishes policies and procedures for how resources are planned, allocated, and communicated across multiple projects, which is precisely what Robert needs in a matrix environment where resources move between projects inside and outside his program. It also defines how project managers will collaborate regarding resource availability and handoffs.

A program management calendar is not a standard PMI planning component for managing resource utilization and communication across project teams.

A resource calendar documents the availability windows for specific resources but does not provide the planning framework or communication protocols needed to coordinate resource use across multiple project managers.