During a project, the project manager realizes some staff positions may be eliminated. Which of the following is the best NEXT step for the project manager to take?

Question

Options

• ACommunicate the concern with the project sponsor.
• BIdentify replacement resources.
• CReview and update the project schedule.
• DAdd the risk to the risk register.

• A
  2% (1)
• B
  83% (39)
• C
  9% (4)
• D
  6% (3)

Explanation

Identifying replacement resources (B) is the most proactive and immediate next step. Since staff positions may be eliminated, the project manager must ensure project continuity by planning for who will take over those responsibilities before the loss occurs. This is a form of risk response planning - specifically mitigation. Communicating with the project sponsor (A) may be necessary but is not the most immediate action; planning for resource continuity comes first. Reviewing and updating the project schedule (C) would follow once resources are identified or confirmed lost. Adding the risk to the risk register (D) is also valid but represents documentation, not action - and the project manager should already be acting to mitigate the impact.

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