PMP Mock Question - Project Integration Management/ Project Management/ Scrum Practices/ Agile

A project manager is new to the organisation and is assigned to replace the project manager of an active project. What should be one of the first things the project manager does?

A. Schedule meetings with the project stakeholders to learn more about the project deliverables.

B. Setup meetings with the team members to discuss the project's status and risks.

C. Conduct a pareto analysis to identify which tasks need to be prioritized.

D. prepare by reviewing the risk register and mitigation strategies.

Knowledge Area: Project Integration Management

Correct Answer and Explanation: B. Setup meetings with the team members to discuss the project's status and risks.

Explanation: When a project manager is newly assigned to an active project, one of the first actions should be to understand the current status of the project and identify any risks or issues. Setting up meetings with team members allows the project manager to gather crucial information about the project's progress, any challenges faced, and the team's dynamics. This understanding will help the project manager assess the project's health and take necessary actions to mitigate risks and keep the project on track.

While Option A (scheduling meetings with stakeholders) is important, the immediate priority is to understand the internal workings and status of the project from the team directly involved. Options C and D are also important activities but are not typically the first step for a new project manager. Conducting a pareto analysis and reviewing the risk register should follow once the project manager has a clear understanding of the project's status and risks from the team's perspective.