BICSI RCDDv14.1 Exam - Topic 5 Question 51 Discussion

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Question #: 51
Topic #: 5

The program manager takes over a poorly performing program After a review of the documentation and interviews with the program sponsor, stakeholders and program constituents, the program manager realizes that the program is not aligned with the corporate/organizational goals. The program manager must realign the constituent protects and components to meet the program's needs

What action should the program manager take to realign the program?

AAssess the program schedule and determine how to maintain all projects and components within the program

BDiscuss the situation with the program stakeholders and let them decide which projects to accelerate and which to close

CDiscuss the situation with the program sponsor(s) and let the sponsor(s) make the decision as to which projects to accelerate and which to close

DDevelop a change request to present to the governance board, accelerate some projects, close some projects and reassign some resources

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Suggested Answer: B

by Lashawnda at Mar 03, 2025, 03:49 PM

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Chanel

4 months ago

Definitely need to involve the governance board, so D makes sense.

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Troy

5 months ago

Wait, why would the program manager let the sponsor decide? That seems risky!

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Kimberely

5 months ago

A is just a band-aid solution, we need a bigger strategy.

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Vincent

5 months ago

I think B could work too, but stakeholders might not have the full picture.

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Essie

5 months ago

Sounds like D is the best move here.

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Alesia

5 months ago

I recall that assessing the schedule alone might not be enough, so I don't think option A is the right choice. It seems too focused on just timelines.

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Leonor

6 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to decide between stakeholder input and governance decisions. I feel like discussing with the sponsor might be crucial, so maybe option C?

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Rodolfo

6 months ago

I think option D sounds familiar; it seems like a comprehensive approach to realigning the program, but I'm not entirely confident about the change request process.

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Carlene

6 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of aligning projects with organizational goals, but I'm not sure which option best addresses that.

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Barbra

6 months ago

This is a great opportunity to demonstrate my program management skills. I'll thoroughly assess the program schedule and components, then propose a plan to the sponsor that aligns with the organizational goals. I'm confident I can get this program back on track.

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German

6 months ago

Okay, I think the key here is to work closely with the program sponsor and stakeholders to determine the best path forward. Developing a change request to present to the governance board seems like the most comprehensive approach.

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Erinn

6 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure here. There are a few options presented, but I'm not sure which one would be the best approach. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Donte

6 months ago

This seems like a tricky situation. I'll need to carefully review the program documentation and stakeholder feedback to understand the full context before deciding how to realign the program.

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Naomi

11 months ago

I'm just hoping there's no 'cancel all projects' option hidden somewhere. That would be the ultimate plot twist!

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Ria

11 months ago

I'm feeling option A here. Maintaining all the projects and components within the program might be the safest bet, even if it's not the most efficient. You know what they say, 'better safe than sorry'.

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Latricia

11 months ago

Option B sounds like a recipe for disaster. Letting the stakeholders decide which projects to close or accelerate? That's like asking a bunch of kids to decide what's for dinner - chaos!

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Marica

9 months ago

C) Discuss the situation with the program sponsor(s) and let the sponsor(s) make the decision as to which projects to accelerate and which to close

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Andree

10 months ago

Option B might not be the best approach in this situation.

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Hester

10 months ago

D) Develop a change request to present to the governance board, accelerate some projects, close some projects and reassign some resources

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Marge

10 months ago

A) Assess the program schedule and determine how to maintain all projects and components within the program

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Nieves

12 months ago

Wow, this is a tricky situation. I'm not sure if I would have the courage to make that kind of decision on my own. I think option C is the safest route - let the sponsor(s) decide the fate of the projects.

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Lashawnda

11 months ago

I think discussing with stakeholders could also provide valuable insights. It's important to get different perspectives before making a decision.

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Youlanda

11 months ago

I agree, it's a tough call to make. But sometimes the sponsor(s) have a better understanding of the overall goals.

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Oren

1 year ago

But what if some projects are not aligned with the goals? Shouldn't they be closed or reassigned?

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Huey

1 year ago

I think option D is the best choice. The program manager should develop a comprehensive change request to present to the governance board, which will allow them to make an informed decision on which projects to accelerate, close, and reassign resources.

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