A service provider delayed the start date for a project activity. Which of the following should the project manager do FIRST?

The correct answer is A. Review if the delayed activity impacts the project's critical path. Before taking any action - escalating, notifying stakeholders, or adjusting plans - the project manager must first assess the schedule impact. If the delayed activity is not on the critical path, there may be float available and no immediate escalation is needed. If it is on…

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AReview if the delayed activity impacts the project's critical path.
BWait until the service provider delivers the project activity.
CSkip the delayed activity and move forward as planned.
DReview the project communication plan and notify the stakeholders.

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A
75% (47)
B
3% (2)
C
8% (5)
D
14% (9)

Explanation

Before taking any action - escalating, notifying stakeholders, or adjusting plans - the project manager must first assess the schedule impact. If the delayed activity is not on the critical path, there may be float available and no immediate escalation is needed. If it is on the critical path, the overall project end date is at risk and urgent action is required. This assessment drives all subsequent decisions, making it the correct first step.

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