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PMP · Question 89 · Task 12: Manage project artifacts

A project manager discovers that important project information is scattered across multiple systems: technical specifications in engineering databases, project schedules in the PMO system, and stakeholder communications in email threads. Team members are having difficulty finding current information, and there have been instances of decisions being made with outdated data. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Implement a centralized project management information system immediately

B.

Assess current information management practices and stakeholder needs to develop a comprehensive solution

C.

Assign a team member to regularly consolidate and distribute project information updates

D.

Mandate that all project information must be stored in a single designated system

How to approach this question

When information management issues cause project problems, assess current practices and needs to develop systematic solutions rather than implementing quick fixes or mandates.

Full Answer

B.Assess current information management practices and stakeholder needs to develop a comprehensive solution✓ Correct
B
Effective information management requires understanding current practices, identifying root causes of problems, and understanding stakeholder needs before implementing management solutions.

Common mistakes

Students often choose immediate system implementation (A) or mandates (D), missing the need for systematic assessment to understand and address root causes.

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