PMP Practice Question 1876 - People
The project team members have finalized the technical specifications after their discussion with the machine manufacturers. However, it has been identified that the specifications are not aligned with the project management office (PMO). The project team members are confident about their choice of specifications. What should the project manager do in this situation?
- ✓ Correct A.Schedule a meeting with all of the subject matter experts (SMEs) to discuss.
- B.Request a decision from the project sponsor.
- C.Give approval of the technical specifications.
- D.Ask the sponsor for additional funding to hire a senior subject matter expert (SME).
Correct answer: A
Explanation
When technical specifications are not aligned with the PMO's standards despite the project team's confidence in their choices, the project manager should schedule a meeting with all relevant subject matter experts to discuss the disagreement collaboratively. This ensures alignment between technical validity and organizational compliance. Requesting a sponsor decision (B) escalates prematurely. Approving the specifications unilaterally (C) bypasses PMO governance. Asking for additional funding for a senior SME (D) assumes external help is needed before attempting internal resolution.
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