PK0-003 · Question #473
A project manager is presented with a change request for an ongoing project. Which of the following would be the FIRST action?
The correct answer is B. Perform an impact analysis.. When a change request is received, the initial and most critical step is to understand its potential effects before proceeding with any action.
Question
A project manager is presented with a change request for an ongoing project. Which of the following would be the FIRST action?
Options
- AUpdate the project plan to accommodate the changes.
- BPerform an impact analysis.
- COrganize a stakeholder meeting to review the changes.
- DChange the project scope to reflect the change request.
How the community answered
(27 responses)- A4% (1)
- B78% (21)
- C11% (3)
- D7% (2)
Why each option
When a change request is received, the initial and most critical step is to understand its potential effects before proceeding with any action.
Updating the project plan is a subsequent action taken after a change has been approved and its impact understood.
Performing an impact analysis is the first action to assess how a change request will affect various project aspects, such as scope, schedule, budget, quality, and resources. This analysis provides the necessary information to make informed decisions about whether to approve or reject the change.
While stakeholder involvement is important, organizing a meeting to review changes is typically done after an initial impact analysis has provided data for discussion.
Changing the project scope is a direct result of an approved change and should not occur before understanding the full impact.
Concept tested: Project change management process - initial step
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