ExpertPMP · Question 34 · Task 3: Evaluate and address external business environment changes for impact on scope
A project manager is leading a software development project when new data privacy regulations are announced that will take effect in 12 months. The regulations require significant changes to data handling, storage, and user consent processes. The current project is 60% complete and scheduled to finish in 8 months. Early analysis suggests the regulatory changes could affect 40% of the planned functionality. What should the project manager do FIRST?
A project manager is leading a software development project when new data privacy regulations are announced that will take effect in 12 months. The regulations require significant changes to data handling, storage, and user consent processes. The current project is 60% complete and scheduled to finish in 8 months. Early analysis suggests the regulatory changes could affect 40% of the planned functionality. What should the project manager do FIRST?
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Continue with the current project plan and address regulatory compliance in a future phase
Conduct a detailed impact assessment to understand specific scope changes required and develop response options
Immediately halt the project until the regulatory requirements are fully understood
Extend the project timeline by 6 months to accommodate the regulatory changes
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