PMP Practice Question 1526 - People
Halfway through a project, the project sponsor is replaced by another peer who was not previously engaged in the project. The new project sponsor has rejected most of the project artifacts, and the team did not get the latest increment approved on the current iteration. Stakeholders are not feeling confident about the project outcome. What should the project manager have done to prevent this situation?
- A.Conducted a product iteration review with the new project sponsor
- B.Held a governance meeting to review the project increment
- ✓ Correct C.Performed a stakeholder analysis when the sponsor joined the project
- D.Escalated the issue to ensure the increment would be approved
Correct answer: C
Explanation
When a new project sponsor rejects most artifacts and the team cannot get increment approval, the project manager should have performed a stakeholder analysis when the sponsor joined the project. Understanding the new sponsor's expectations, influence, and engagement level early enables proactive alignment. Conducting a product iteration review (A) is reactive. Holding a governance meeting (B) is procedural without understanding the sponsor. Escalating for increment approval (D) does not address the relationship.
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