PK0-003 · Question #358
While working on a project, a workaround is implemented to deal with an unforeseen event. Which of the following should be the NEXT step?
The correct answer is D. Assess the action taken to determine additional impacts to the project. After implementing a workaround, the crucial next step is to evaluate its effectiveness and potential secondary impacts on the project. This ensures the temporary solution did not create new problems.
Question
While working on a project, a workaround is implemented to deal with an unforeseen event. Which of the following should be the NEXT step?
Options
- AContinue with the project as planned
- BUpdate the risk register
- CUpdate the project management plan with information about the workaround
- DAssess the action taken to determine additional impacts to the project
How the community answered
(40 responses)- A5% (2)
- B10% (4)
- C3% (1)
- D83% (33)
Why each option
After implementing a workaround, the crucial next step is to evaluate its effectiveness and potential secondary impacts on the project. This ensures the temporary solution did not create new problems.
Simply continuing the project as planned after a workaround is premature without first evaluating its success and any new consequences.
The risk register tracks potential future events, but a workaround is a response to an existing issue, not an update related to future risks.
Updating the project management plan is typically for permanent changes and follows a formal change control process, which is usually not the immediate next step after implementing a temporary workaround.
Implementing a workaround is a temporary solution to an unforeseen event, and it is crucial to assess its effectiveness and any potential additional impacts or side effects on the project. This assessment determines if the workaround successfully addressed the issue, if it introduced new risks, or if further action is required.
Concept tested: Project issue response and impact assessment
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