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A project is behind schedule, and the team suggests skipping non-critical quality checks to save time. What should the project manager do? Answer Options Reviewed A. Approve the suggestion to recover lost time Why it’s incorrect: Skipping quality checks without analysis could lead to defects or failures later, compromising project objectives and stakeholder satisfaction. PMI emphasizes informed decision-making over reactive choices. B. Conduct a risk assessment of skipping the quality checks Why it’s correct: The project manager should evaluate the potential impact of skipping quality checks on scope, schedule, cost, and deliverable performance. This analysis helps balance schedule recovery with quality requirements and ensures informed decisions aligned with project objectives. C. Escalate the suggestion to the sponsor for approval Why it’s incorrect: Escalation is not the immediate step here. The project manager must first conduct a risk assessment to provide stakeholders with a well-informed recommendation. Escalating without analysis places the burden of decision-making on the sponsor prematurely. D. Reject the suggestion to ensure quality standards are maintained Why it’s incorrect: Rejecting the suggestion outright disregards the potential benefits and feasibility of the team’s idea. While maintaining quality is essential, the project manager must still evaluate whether skipping non-critical checks could be a viable solution with acceptable risks. Key Learning Points Risk Assessment is a Cornerstone: PMI emphasizes analyzing risks before taking action, especially when faced with conflicting priorities like schedule recovery and quality standards. Balance Over Rigidness: Decisions must weigh short-term gains (e.g., schedule recovery) against long-term impacts (e.g., stakeholder trust and product reliability). PMI’s Best Practices: This question illustrates how PMI aligns with systematic problem-solving and decision-making processes, ensuring project managers maintain both rigor and adaptability. Further discussion: What would a risk assessment include here? Identify possible risks of skipping the quality checks (e.g., undetected defects). Evaluate the impact of these risks on the project’s scope, budget, and deliverables. Explore mitigation measures if skipping checks becomes necessary. What if skipping the checks is deemed low-risk? Proceed with caution, documenting the decision and ensuring alignment with stakeholders. #ProjectManagement #RiskManagement  #DesignThinking #LeadershipSkills

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