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APMG-International AgilePM-Practitioner Exam - Topic 2 Question 18 Discussion

How should the Project Manager encourage the contractors to turn up on time?
B) Appoint Team Leaders to each of the electrical and plumbing teams. and C) Encourage open and honest communication to re-establish an environment of trust.
A) Place a penalty clause on all contractors for late arrival.
D) Hold a separate Daily Stand-up meeting early in the morning, for the contractors only.

APMG-International AgilePM-Practitioner Exam - Topic 2 Question 18 Discussion

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Question #: 18
Topic #: 2
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How should the Project Manager encourage the contractors to turn up on time?

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Suggested Answer: B, C

by Arlean at Oct 22, 2024, 12:54 PM

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Jordan
6 months ago
Wait, will penalties really make them show up on time?
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Ming
6 months ago
Daily stand-ups might be overkill, not sure about that.
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Eleonora
7 months ago
Open communication is key, totally agree!
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Makeda
7 months ago
I disagree, that just creates bad vibes.
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Alesia
7 months ago
Penalty clauses can be really effective!
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Shonda
7 months ago
Holding a Daily Stand-up meeting could keep everyone on track, but I wonder if it might just add more pressure instead of helping.
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Antonio
7 months ago
Encouraging open communication sounds like a good approach, especially if it builds trust. I think we practiced a similar question in class.
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Darnell
8 months ago
I feel like appointing Team Leaders might help with accountability, but I'm not sure if that directly encourages punctuality.
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Halina
8 months ago
I think placing a penalty clause could be too harsh, but I remember discussing how consequences can motivate people.
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Gwenn
8 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit torn on this one. The penalty clause seems a bit heavy-handed, but the communication and trust-building approach could take a lot of time. Maybe a combination of strategies would work best?
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Tayna
8 months ago
Appointing team leaders could help provide some structure and accountability. But I'm not sure if that alone would be enough to get the contractors to show up on time.
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Gayla
8 months ago
I think the daily stand-up meeting for just the contractors could be a good idea. That way you can address any issues or concerns they have directly and keep everyone on the same page.
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Johnna
8 months ago
This seems like a tricky one. I'm not sure if a penalty clause is the best approach - it could just create more tension. Maybe trying to rebuild trust through open communication would be a better strategy.
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Noemi
1 year ago
Option B sounds good, but why not just have the project manager lead the stand-up with the contractors? That way, they can address any issues directly.
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Louis
1 year ago
Haha, Option A is like the project manager saying, 'Hey, contractors, we don't trust you, so we're going to fine you if you're late!' Not a great way to foster cooperation.
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James
1 year ago
Placing a penalty clause (Option A) might work, but it could also create an adversarial environment. I think Option C is the better choice here.
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Patti
12 months ago
Maybe a combination of Option C and Option D would be the most effective approach.
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Dominga
12 months ago
I think having Team Leaders (Option B) could also help in ensuring everyone is on time.
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Elke
1 year ago
I agree, Option C would help build a better relationship with the contractors.
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Charlene
1 year ago
I'd go with Option D. Holding a separate daily stand-up meeting for contractors can help keep them accountable and on schedule.
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Lavelle
12 months ago
It's important to make sure everyone is on the same page and committed to being on time.
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Aileen
12 months ago
I agree, having a separate meeting just for the contractors can help keep them focused.
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Arthur
1 year ago
Option D sounds like a good idea. It can help set the tone for the day.
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Willis
1 year ago
Option C seems the most reasonable approach to address the issue. Open communication and trust-building are key for effective collaboration with contractors.
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Deja
12 months ago
Having a separate meeting for contractors in the morning could also help ensure they are on time and ready to work.
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Rodrigo
12 months ago
I agree, open communication can help address any issues that may arise with contractors.
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Barney
1 year ago
Option C seems like a good idea. Building trust is important for successful project management.
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Mitsue
1 year ago
I agree with Charolette, option D would help improve communication and coordination among the contractors.
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Charolette
1 year ago
I disagree, I believe option D would be more effective as it provides a dedicated time for the contractors to discuss their schedules.
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Tony
1 year ago
I think option A is the best way to ensure contractors arrive on time.
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