PMP · Question 41 · Task 6: Build a team
A project manager is building a team for an AI/machine learning project that requires expertise in data science, cloud architecture, regulatory compliance, and change management. The organization has limited internal expertise in these areas, and the project has aggressive timelines with high visibility. The budget allows for either hiring permanent staff or engaging contractors, but not both. What should the project manager do FIRST?
A project manager is building a team for an AI/machine learning project that requires expertise in data science, cloud architecture, regulatory compliance, and change management. The organization has limited internal expertise in these areas, and the project has aggressive timelines with high visibility. The budget allows for either hiring permanent staff or engaging contractors, but not both. What should the project manager do FIRST?
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Analyze the long-term organizational strategy for AI/ML capabilities to inform the permanent vs. contractor decision
Hire contractors for all specialized roles to meet the aggressive timeline
Hire permanent staff to build long-term organizational capability
Request additional budget to hire both permanent staff and contractors
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