A key team member found a new job and will be leaving in two weeks. Which of the following should the project manager do FIRST to minimize negative impacts to the project?

The correct answer is A. Request a replacement from the project sponsor. When a key team member is leaving, the project manager's first priority is to minimize the negative impact on the project - which means securing a replacement resource as quickly as possible. The project sponsor holds authority over project resources and budget, making them the…

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ARequest a replacement from the project sponsor.
BContact human resources to initiate the termination process.
CInvolve the legal department for contract review.
DInform executive management about attrition.

How the community answered

(54 responses)

A
81% (44)
B
4% (2)
C
9% (5)
D
6% (3)

Explanation

When a key team member is leaving, the project manager's first priority is to minimize the negative impact on the project - which means securing a replacement resource as quickly as possible. The project sponsor holds authority over project resources and budget, making them the right person to contact first to request a replacement. Contacting HR (B) for termination processing is an administrative function separate from the PM's project responsibilities. Involving legal (C) applies only if there are contractual obligations at stake, which is not indicated here. Informing executive management (D) may be appropriate later but is not the first action to protect project delivery.

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