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PMI PMP Exam - Topic 1 Question 56 Discussion

A project manager noticed that the functional manager is not cooperating with staff assignment schedules and is always finding excuses not fo release the requested staff.What should the project manager do first?
C) Have a direct talk with the functional manager to understand the reasons behind their attitude.
A) Ask the leadership team for help obtaining the needed staff.
B) Check with human resources (HR) regarding the availability of staff.
D) Evaluate the impact caused by the delay of forming the team and confront the functional manager.

PMI PMP Exam - Topic 1 Question 56 Discussion

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Question #: 56
Topic #: 1
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A project manager noticed that the functional manager is not cooperating with staff assignment schedules and is always finding excuses not fo release the requested staff.

What should the project manager do first?

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Suggested Answer: C

by Josephine at Jul 29, 2022, 03:19 PM

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Precious
7 months ago
Confronting them might just escalate the issue, though.
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Maile
7 months ago
Surprised that the functional manager is being so uncooperative!
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Johnna
7 months ago
But what if HR has the staff available? Shouldn't that be checked first?
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Stephania
8 months ago
Totally agree, communication is crucial!
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Bong
8 months ago
I think talking directly to the functional manager is key.
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Jose
8 months ago
I agree with the need for a direct talk, but what if the functional manager is just uncooperative? I wonder if asking leadership for help might be a better option.
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Lai
8 months ago
I feel like confronting the functional manager might escalate things. It seems more effective to have a conversation first before evaluating impacts.
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Marleen
8 months ago
I'm not sure, but I remember a practice question where involving HR was suggested first. Maybe checking with them could clarify the situation?
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Yvonne
8 months ago
I think the best first step is to talk directly to the functional manager. Understanding their reasons could help resolve the issue.
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Lang
8 months ago
I think I've got a handle on this. The key is to focus on the specific details in the question and the exhibit, and not make any assumptions.
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Ma
8 months ago
Hmm, I'm not too sure about this one. I know WebLogic is an application server, but I'm not very familiar with its specific features. I'll have to think carefully about what sets it apart from a basic Java EE container.
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Lai
8 months ago
Okay, I've got this. The four processes are A, B, C, and D. I'm confident those are the right answers.
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