PK0-004 · Question #773
Which of the following should receive regular communication during the planning phase of a project? (Choose two.)
The correct answer is C. Subject matter experts D. Sponsor. During the planning phase, subject matter experts and the project sponsor are the key stakeholders who must receive regular communication to ensure technical accuracy and executive alignment.
Question
Which of the following should receive regular communication during the planning phase of a project? (Choose two.)
Options
- ACollaboration site
- BChange control board
- CSubject matter experts
- DSponsor
- EHuman resources
How the community answered
(47 responses)- A2% (1)
- B4% (2)
- C87% (41)
- E6% (3)
Why each option
During the planning phase, subject matter experts and the project sponsor are the key stakeholders who must receive regular communication to ensure technical accuracy and executive alignment.
A collaboration site is a tool or channel, not a stakeholder that receives communication.
The change control board is primarily active during execution when change requests are submitted, not during initial planning.
Subject matter experts provide critical technical input during planning and must be kept informed so their expertise is correctly captured in plans and deliverables.
The project sponsor owns the project vision and funding authority, making regular communication essential during planning to ensure the plan aligns with organizational goals and to obtain approvals.
Human resources is an administrative function involved in staffing, but does not require regular project planning communication in the same way as sponsors or SMEs.
Concept tested: Stakeholder communication during project planning phase
Source: https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards
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