PMP · Question 02 · Task 13: Determine appropriate project methodology/methods and practices
A project manager is assigned to lead a new software development project for a financial services company. The client has clearly defined requirements that are unlikely to change due to regulatory constraints, but wants incremental delivery every six weeks to show progress to stakeholders and gather early feedback on user interface elements. The development team is experienced with both predictive and agile methodologies. Which development approach is MOST appropriate?
A project manager is assigned to lead a new software development project for a financial services company. The client has clearly defined requirements that are unlikely to change due to regulatory constraints, but wants incremental delivery every six weeks to show progress to stakeholders and gather early feedback on user interface elements. The development team is experienced with both predictive and agile methodologies. Which development approach is MOST appropriate?
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Pure Waterfall - The requirements are stable and regulatory constraints require detailed upfront planning
Pure Agile - The client wants incremental delivery and feedback on user interface elements
Hybrid - Predictive planning for stable requirements with iterative delivery for stakeholder feedback
Iterative - Multiple development cycles allow for continuous refinement of all project aspects
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