ExpertPMP · Question 18 · Task 3: Evaluate and address external business environment changes for impact on scope
A project manager discovers that a critical vendor has been acquired by a competitor, and the new ownership is discontinuing the service that the project depends on. The vendor relationship represents 30% of the project scope, and finding an alternative will take 8-10 weeks. The project is currently on schedule. What should the project manager do FIRST?
A project manager discovers that a critical vendor has been acquired by a competitor, and the new ownership is discontinuing the service that the project depends on. The vendor relationship represents 30% of the project scope, and finding an alternative will take 8-10 weeks. The project is currently on schedule. What should the project manager do FIRST?
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Assess the full impact on project scope, schedule, and cost before determining response options
Immediately begin searching for alternative vendors to minimize delay
Negotiate with the new vendor ownership to continue the service
Inform the sponsor about the vendor situation and request additional budget
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