Discuss PMI PgMP Exam Topic 1 Question 10

A software deployment program for a multinational organization requires the engagement of subcontractors. During the program planning phase, the contracts manager informs the program manager that the primary subcontractor's agreement includes incentives that would potentially conflict with program objectives.

What should the program manager do first?

AReview the contracts, and create a program budget contingency.

BDraft a change request for approval by the program steering committee.

CAsk the program management office (PMO) to conduct a risk assessment.

DReview the program charter, and update program objectives accordingly.

Suggested Answer: D

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12 comments · newest first

Brynn 1 year ago

Change requests can slow things down, better to check the contracts first.

Evelynn 1 year ago

Wait, updating program objectives? That seems risky!

Lai 1 year ago

I think a risk assessment is a good move too.

Horace 1 year ago

Definitely should review the contracts first!

Gary 1 year ago

Sounds like a classic case of misaligned incentives.

Claudio 1 year ago

Reviewing the program charter sounds like a good idea, but I wonder if that’s too late in the process. We need to address the subcontractor's incentives first, right?

Tiffiny 1 year ago

I feel like drafting a change request might be jumping the gun. Shouldn't we clarify the current situation with the contracts first?

Vilma 1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember a practice question where we had to assess risks first. Maybe asking the PMO for a risk assessment is the right move?

Alyssa 1 year ago

I think the first step should be to review the contracts. It seems like understanding the details is crucial before making any decisions.

Stephanie 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused by the question. It seems like there are a few different options for securing the API, but I'm not sure which one would have the least operational overhead. I'll need to think this through carefully.

Louann 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not 100% sure on this, but I'm leaning towards D. I think ServiceNow evaluates from the most generic match to the most specific match when it comes to access controls. I'll double-check my understanding, but that's my initial thought.

Delmy 1 year ago

This seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the different options and what they might represent.

PMI PgMP Exam - Topic 1 Question 10 Discussion