A project manager discovers that two team members discussed what was needed to complete a work package on the project and made many changes to the project scope. The work package is now completed and the team members are planning to go on to the next work package. In looking at what was done, the project manager determines that the work does NOT meet the requirements of the project. What is the BEST course of action for the project manager?
Suggested Answer: B
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28 comments · newest first
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Deeann
1 day ago
B keeps the project on track.
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Xuan
6 days ago
Right, we need to be firm on quality.
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Stefan
12 days ago
Still, we can't let it slide.
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Rosalyn
17 days ago
A could work too, but it adds more work.
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Deeann
22 days ago
Exactly, we need to maintain standards.
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Xuan
27 days ago
True, but we can't accept poor work.
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Stefan
1 month ago
But what about C? They need to learn from mistakes.
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Deeann
1 month ago
I agree, refusing the submittal makes sense.
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Xuan
1 month ago
This is tricky. I think B is the best choice.
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Ashanti
2 months ago
I just hope they learn from this mistake.
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Rosamond
2 months ago
Right, accountability is key here.
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Rebeca
2 months ago
D seems like avoiding the issue. Not ideal.
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Ashanti
2 months ago
Adding another work package might confuse things further.
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Rosamond
2 months ago
Good point. A could also be an option.
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Rebeca
2 months ago
True, but it could demotivate the team.
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Ashanti
3 months ago
But C could work too. Starting over might be necessary.
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Rosamond
3 months ago
It sets a clear standard.
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Rebeca
3 months ago
I agree, refusing the submittal makes sense.
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Rosamond
3 months ago
This is tricky. I think B is the best choice.
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Carmela
3 months ago
Adding another work package seems like a band-aid solution.
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Janessa
3 months ago
Starting over with option C sounds fair, but tough on the team.
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Telma
4 months ago
Wait, how did they mess up the scope so badly?
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Leonardo
4 months ago
Totally agree, refusing the submittal makes sense!
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Alisha
4 months ago
I think option B is the best choice. Can't accept work that doesn't meet requirements.
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Juan
4 months ago
I feel like asking for different team members might not solve the underlying issue. It’s more about communication and clarity in the project scope, right?
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Brandee
6 months ago
This reminds me of a similar practice question where we had to address scope creep. I think adding another work package could just complicate things more.
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Herman
6 months ago
I’m not sure if refusing the submittal is the best move. Maybe starting over would be more effective, but it feels harsh to include it in performance reviews.
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Maricela
6 months ago
I remember discussing the importance of scope management in class. It seems like the team really went off track here.