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PMP · Question 79 · Task 2: Evaluate and deliver project benefits
A project manager is leading a project with a very tight budget. A team member suggests a creative way to automate a testing process that will save money in the long run but costs $5,000 upfront. The project does not have $5,000 in the budget. What should the PM do?
A project manager is leading a project with a very tight budget. A team member suggests a creative way to automate a testing process that will save money in the long run but costs $5,000 upfront. The project does not have $5,000 in the budget. What should the PM do?
Answer options:
A.
Reject the idea due to lack of funds.
B.
Use the contingency reserve.
C.
Create a business case showing the ROI (Return on Investment) and submit a change request for additional funding.
D.
Ask the team member to pay for it.
How to approach this question
Good idea + No money = Business Case.
Full Answer
C.Create a business case showing the ROI (Return on Investment) and submit a change request for additional funding.✓ Correct
Task 1 (Value) and Task 5 (Budget). Value delivery often requires investment. The PM facilitates the decision by providing the data (ROI).
Common mistakes
Rejecting improvements because 'it's not in the budget'. Budgets can change if value is proven.
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