PMP Practice Question 1588 - People
During project planning, a development team is assigned an agreed-upon work package to determine the appropriate pattern for integrating a new service with a legacy system. The lead developer has requested a meeting with the project manager and is looking for direction as to which technology to select. How should the project manager help guide the lead developer?
- A.Reassign this work package to another area given the lead developer ' s concerns,
- ✓ Correct B.Listen to the concerns and suggest that the lead developer and the team be empowered to recommend the best approach.
- C.Advise the lead developer and team to consult with the project architect and for their development team leader.
- D.Direct the lead developer to conduct a weighted evaluation of all products and solutions.
Correct answer: B
Explanation
When a lead developer seeks direction on technology selection for a work package, the project manager should listen to concerns and suggest that the lead developer and team be empowered to recommend the best approach. Empowerment fosters ownership and leverages team expertise. Reassigning the work package (A) avoids the decision. Consulting the project architect (C) may help but should come from team initiative. Directing a weighted evaluation (D) is prescriptive.
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