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PMP · Question 71 · Task 2: Manage communications
A project manager is leading a project to develop a new vaccine. The project has high visibility and high risk. The PM sets up a 'War Room' (or 'Obeya'). What is the primary purpose of this?
A project manager is leading a project to develop a new vaccine. The project has high visibility and high risk. The PM sets up a 'War Room' (or 'Obeya'). What is the primary purpose of this?
Answer options:
A.
To isolate the team from the rest of the company.
B.
To save money on office space.
C.
To enhance communication and collaboration through colocation and information radiators.
D.
To monitor the team's attendance.
How to approach this question
War Room = Communication.
Full Answer
C.To enhance communication and collaboration through colocation and information radiators.✓ Correct
C
Task 2 (Communications) and Task 6 (Build a team). Colocation (War Room) is a powerful technique for high-speed communication and problem solving.
Common mistakes
Thinking it's about control.
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