ExpertPMP · Question 58 · Task 2: Manage communications
A project manager is leading a software development project where the client has requested detailed progress reports every week. The development team feels that preparing these reports takes significant time away from development work and reduces their productivity. The client insists the reports are necessary for their internal stakeholder management. How should the project manager address this situation?
A project manager is leading a software development project where the client has requested detailed progress reports every week. The development team feels that preparing these reports takes significant time away from development work and reduces their productivity. The client insists the reports are necessary for their internal stakeholder management. How should the project manager address this situation?
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Eliminate the weekly reports to maximize development team productivity
Work with both parties to identify the essential information needed and streamline the reporting process
Continue with the current reporting requirements since the client is paying for the project
Assign a dedicated person to handle all reporting activities
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