PMP Question #1307: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

According to the project contract, the delivery date is approaching. However, one important material is still not on site. The construction work will have to stop and wait for this special material, delaying the project. What should the project manager do?

Options

• AEngage the project team to look for alternatives to find a solution.
• BRecord it in the risk register.
• CAsk the client to help solve the problem.
• DStart procuring this material from another supplier.

Explanation

When a critical material delay threatens the project delivery date, the project manager should immediately engage the project team to collaboratively look for alternative solutions.

Common mistakes.

• B. Recording it in the risk register is a reactive administrative step for issue logging; it does not solve the immediate problem or prevent the project delay.
• C. Asking the client to solve the problem directly without first exploring internal solutions is an abdication of the project manager's responsibility to manage and resolve project issues.
• D. Starting procurement from another supplier is one potential solution, but the project manager should first engage the team to explore all possible alternatives before unilaterally deciding on a single course of action.

Concept tested. Issue resolution and team problem-solving

Reference. https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundations/pmi-lexicon#issue

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