A project team in a matrix organization is struggling. The functional manager keeps pulling key resources away for operational emergencies, causing sprint delays. The project manager has tried discussing this with the functional manager but the behavior continues. What should the project manager do NEXT?
A project manager is leading a team that is constantly interrupted by operational requests from other departments. The team's velocity is suffering. What should the PM do?
During a Daily Scrum, a developer reports that a critical server update managed by the IT operations department is delayed, blocking the team's progress. The IT manager has not responded to emails. What should the project manager do FIRST?
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