ExpertPMP · Question 69 · Task 4: Engage stakeholders
A project manager is working on a project where the sponsor has been replaced due to organizational restructuring. The new sponsor has different priorities and is questioning several key project decisions made by the previous sponsor. The project is 60% complete and major changes at this point would significantly impact timeline and budget. What should the project manager do FIRST?
A project manager is working on a project where the sponsor has been replaced due to organizational restructuring. The new sponsor has different priorities and is questioning several key project decisions made by the previous sponsor. The project is 60% complete and major changes at this point would significantly impact timeline and budget. What should the project manager do FIRST?
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Schedule a comprehensive project briefing to bring the new sponsor up to speed on project status and decisions
Continue with the current project plan since it was approved by the previous sponsor
Immediately implement the new sponsor's suggested changes to build support
Escalate to senior management to resolve the sponsor transition issues
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