A project manager is building a new team for a complex software development project. The project requires expertise in multiple technologies, and team members will need to collaborate closely across different functional areas. Some required skills are not available internally and will need to be acquired. Which TWO factors should the project manager prioritize when building this team?

Assess current team member skills and identify specific capability gaps that need to be filled

Select team members based primarily on their availability for the project timeline

Choose team members from the same functional area to minimize coordination challenges

Evaluate team members' ability to collaborate effectively across functional boundaries

Prioritize hiring external contractors for all specialized skills to ensure expertise

Focus on team members who have worked together successfully in previous projects