Discuss PMI PfMP Exam Topic 6 Question 7

You are the manager of a major portfolio with a variety of stakeholders and stakeholder groups. you know that managing communication is key to success and you stress on maintaining a high communication level. You have just finalized the development of the Portfolio Communication Management Plan. Which of the following is correct regarding its purpose and focus?

AArticulates the options, preferences, and factors that will be considered in a specific portfolio

BIdentifies recipients for information associated with the portfolio management process

CShows how and when the portfolio resources will be planned, balanced, and allocated to the portfolio components

DDescribes the approach and intent of management in identifying, approving, procuring, prioritizing, balancing, managing, and reporting a portfolio

Suggested Answer: C

The Portfolio Communication Management Plan defines all communication needs, establishes communication requirements, specifies frequency, and identifies recipients for information associated with the portfolio management process

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13 comments · newest first

Argelia 1 year ago

I thought it was all about the management approach, so D makes sense to me.

Dierdre 1 year ago

Wait, are we sure about option C? Sounds a bit off.

Merilyn 1 year ago

Option D seems more comprehensive though.

Hobert 1 year ago

Definitely agree with that! Communication is key.

Horace 1 year ago

I think option B is spot on!

Lashaunda 1 year ago

I vaguely recall that the plan should describe management's approach, so I’m considering option D, but I’m not completely confident.

Sherly 1 year ago

I’m a bit unsure, but I thought the plan was more about how resources are allocated rather than just communication. Maybe option C is relevant?

Isadora 1 year ago

I remember practicing a question about communication plans, and I feel like they often focus on how information flows, which makes me think option D could be right too.

Macy 1 year ago

I think the purpose of the Portfolio Communication Management Plan is to identify recipients for information, so I’m leaning towards option B.

Vicky 1 year ago

This seems pretty simple, but I want to double-check that I'm not missing any edge cases or special requirements. I'll make sure to test my solution thoroughly before submitting.

Isadora 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused by the scheduler policy diagram. I'll need to make sure I understand how the different parameters interact before I can confidently answer this.

Hildegarde 1 year ago

I'm torn between reduced hardware footprint and increased network security. Both seem plausible, but I feel like I practiced a question where faster changes were emphasized.

Anissa 1 year ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure how the "Allow Buyer Override" setting affects the buyer's view and actions in the AutoCreate form. I'll need to think this through carefully.

PMI PfMP Exam - Topic 6 Question 7 Discussion