PMP Practice Question 463 - Process
A project requires the procurement of a large amount of equipment that needs to be on-site before any other activity can begin. The procurement department has a lengthy approval process. What should the project manager do?
- A.Use the existing equipment and replace it later with the new equipment
- B.Ask the project sponsor to expedite the vendor selection process.
- ✓ Correct C.Work with the procurement team to find alternative options.
- D.Contact the vendor that supplied similar equipment for a previous project.
Correct answer: C
Explanation
When project activities depend on equipment procurement but the approval process is lengthy, the project manager should work with the procurement team to find alternative options. Collaborative exploration identifies faster paths such as expediting approvals or alternate vendors. Using existing equipment temporarily (A) may not meet specifications. Asking the sponsor to expedite vendor selection (B) bypasses procurement processes. Contacting a previous vendor (D) is one option within the broader alternatives.
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