PMP · Question #937
A project manager works for an organization that intends to begin using agile delivery, but there is a lack of support from some business units. The project manager needs to address the lack of…
The correct answer is C. Implement and establish an agile framework for the project. To address a lack of trust in agile, the project manager should recommend establishing and implementing a structured agile framework for the project. This provides clarity, consistency, and a controlled environment to demonstrate agile's effectiveness.
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A project manager works for an organization that intends to begin using agile delivery, but there is a lack of support from some business units. The project manager needs to address the lack of trust in agile. What should the project manager recommend?
Options
- ANegotiate special arrangements for an agile pilot project.
- BDefine detailed work instructions for agile project delivery.
- CImplement and establish an agile framework for the project.
- DHire a team of contractors for agile project delivery.
How the community answered
(50 responses)- A4% (2)
- B16% (8)
- C70% (35)
- D10% (5)
Why each option
To address a lack of trust in agile, the project manager should recommend establishing and implementing a structured agile framework for the project. This provides clarity, consistency, and a controlled environment to demonstrate agile's effectiveness.
Negotiating special arrangements for a pilot project might be a step, but 'implement and establish an agile framework' is a more comprehensive and foundational recommendation for building trust across business units.
Defining detailed work instructions for agile delivery goes against the agile principle of self-organizing teams and adaptability, which could undermine the very flexibility agile aims to provide.
Implementing and establishing a clear agile framework provides structure, defined roles, events, and artifacts, which can help build trust by demystifying agile for skeptical business units. A well-defined framework makes the process transparent and predictable, allowing stakeholders to see how agile principles translate into tangible work and value delivery, thereby addressing concerns about a lack of trust.
Hiring contractors simply shifts the resourcing model and doesn't inherently address the internal lack of trust or understanding of agile principles within the existing business units.
Concept tested: Agile framework implementation to build trust
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