PMP Question #270: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

A company is about to start a complex research project. Due to the level of uncertainty, the project manager recommends the use of a hybrid approach; however, the organization only has experience with predictive projects. How can the project manager strategize the use of a hybrid approach to the organization?

Options

• ASubmit a notification to the project team confirming they will be using a hybrid approach on the
• BSend a letter to the project management office (PMO) requesting to use a hybrid approach.
• CCreate a project change request to execute the project using a hybrid approach.
• DPresent the benefits of a hybrid approach to key stakeholders to get their support.

Explanation

To introduce a hybrid approach in an organization accustomed to predictive methods, the project manager must present its benefits to key stakeholders to gain their understanding and support.

Common mistakes.

• A. Simply notifying the project team bypasses the necessary stakeholder engagement and approval process, which is critical when introducing new methodologies.
• B. Sending a letter to the PMO is a formal step but it doesn't necessarily secure support or address potential resistance from key decision-makers who need to understand the value proposition.
• C. Creating a change request is typically done for changes within an approved project plan, not for gaining initial approval for the project's overall methodology before the plan is even formalized for a new approach.

Concept tested. Organizational change management and stakeholder engagement

Reference. https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/project-management-change-resistance-6967

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