Which of the following is the BEST indicator of project failure?

The correct answer is D. Several changes being made to the project. Several changes being made to a project is the strongest indicator of potential failure. Excessive change requests signal poor initial planning, unstable requirements, scope creep, and loss of control over the project baseline-all of which are leading causes of project failure…

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Options

AProduct deficiencies revealed during the monitor and control phase
BProject team members disagreeing on milestones
CProject deliverables completed behind schedule
DSeveral changes being made to the project

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(35 responses)

A
11% (4)
B
3% (1)
C
6% (2)
D
80% (28)

Explanation

Several changes being made to a project is the strongest indicator of potential failure. Excessive change requests signal poor initial planning, unstable requirements, scope creep, and loss of control over the project baseline-all of which are leading causes of project failure. Product deficiencies found during monitor/control are expected and manageable. Team disagreements on milestones are a communication/alignment issue that can be resolved. Schedule delays are a symptom that can sometimes be recovered. However, a high volume of changes indicates fundamental instability in the project's foundation, which is the most reliable predictor of overall project failure.

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