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PMP · Question 80 · Task 2: Evaluate and deliver project benefits and value

A project manager is working on a project where the business case was based on achieving specific cost savings through process automation. Six months into the project, market conditions have changed and the anticipated cost savings are no longer realistic. However, the automation will still provide other benefits like improved accuracy and faster processing. What should the project manager do?

Answer options:

A.

Continue the project as planned since it will still provide some benefits

B.

Update the business case to reflect current conditions and present it to stakeholders for decision

C.

Modify the project scope to focus on achieving the original cost savings

D.

Terminate the project since the original business case is no longer valid

How to approach this question

When fundamental business case assumptions change, update the analysis and engage stakeholders for informed decision-making rather than making unilateral project decisions.

Full Answer

B.Update the business case to reflect current conditions and present it to stakeholders for decision✓ Correct
B
When market conditions change the fundamental business case, project managers should update the analysis to reflect current conditions and engage stakeholders for informed decision-making about project continuation.

Common mistakes

Continuing without reassessment, making unilateral scope or termination decisions, or not engaging stakeholders in business case reevaluation.

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