A component is scheduled to close at the end of the week. What should the program manager verify prior to allowing the component to close?

Question

Options

• AThe component has released resources to meet program objectives
• BThe component has met the quality requirements to meet program objectives
• CThe component has met the schedule requirements to meet program objectives
• DThe component has met the benefits realization criteria to meet program objectives

• A
  7% (3)
• B
  85% (35)
• C
  2% (1)
• D
  5% (2)

Explanation

Before a program component can be formally closed, the program manager must verify that the component's outputs meet the defined quality requirements (B), as quality is the primary criterion that determines whether the deliverables are fit for purpose and can contribute to the program's benefit realization. While schedule adherence (C) and resource release (A) are also closure considerations, they do not override quality. Benefits realization criteria (D) are typically assessed at the program level over time, not solely at component closure. A component that finishes on time but with substandard quality could undermine the entire program's objectives.

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