Exam PMP topic 1 question 912 discussion

A. Acquire experienced additional resources from third-party suppliers

A. Acquire experienced additional resources from third-party suppliers. Explanation: • Acquiring experienced additional resources from third-party suppliers can quickly address the immediate shortage of personnel. Third-party resources can provide the expertise needed to maintain project momentum without the delays associated with hiring and onboarding new employees. This solution helps ensure that the project remains on schedule.

B. Employees are already working overtime. C. The hiring process takes a long time. D. PMP ROBOK does not recommend contacting sponsors unless it is a major issue such as changing project requirements or budget. A. Professional manpower can be quickly supplemented.

This is a similar question to previous question on ExamTopics. That question included the budget and schedule was tight, this include only budget and the rest of the question was same. As far as what i learn from PMBOK, never hire any additional resources, never speak or invole to sponsor(unless the project scope is affected or the team is not supporting the PM) or HR . Based on previous similar question, the answer was to re-allocate the work in the remaining team.so B is the right answer

A. Acquire experienced additional resources from third-party suppliers. Explanation: Acquiring experienced resources from third-party suppliers can quickly fill the gap left by the resignations and help maintain the project's schedule without causing significant delays.

option A Acquiring additional resources from third-party suppliers might be a quick fix, but it could also introduce new challenges, such as onboarding and integration with the existing team.

I cannot always change the scope as a first step. So in this question its about getting new staff members quickly. The question is: will they be internal or external. Hiring process is general: I would go with C

When key team members resign, it's crucial to address the situation promptly to minimize the impact on the project. Option C, acquiring replacements by initiating the hiring process immediately, is the most proactive approach. It allows the project manager to fill the vacant positions with qualified individuals as quickly as possible, helping to maintain the project schedule. Option D, escalating to the project sponsor for a schedule delay, should be considered only if acquiring replacements is not feasible within the current timeline. However, the preference is generally to address resource gaps promptly to avoid project delays.

It appears that the question does not provide information about the organization's preference regarding resource allocation or willingness to tolerate delays. Without clarity on these priorities, it is challenging to recommend a specific approach. The project manager should request clarification from stakeholders on whether they prioritize spending resources or are open to potential delays. This essential information will guide the decision-making process and enable the project manager to tailor recommendations based on the organization's preferences and constraints.

You are working on a very tight deadline and you lost two contributors to the project. Trying to hire resources from a third party does not guarantee you'll meet the deadline. An escalation and schedule delay should be first.

The current project pace is not maintainble. That is the core issue we need to address. The only way we can address this is not by replacing the lost resources but by slowing down the pace using a project extension.

D:Escalate to the project sponsor and seek approval for a schedule delay - Acquiring additional resources either from 3rd party of hiring would take time.

C according to PMI code and conduct

Escalation is best option among all as any form of hiring will take time. Third party experienced resource hiring also cannot control schedule delay if you already see that members were working over time on project having tight schedule.

A. Acquire experienced additional resources from third-party suppliers. This approach can provide immediate support to the team, helping to mitigate the impact of the resignations on the project schedule. Leveraging external resources can assist in maintaining momentum, meeting deadlines, and ensuring that the project continues progressing without significant interruptions while the longer-term staffing solutions are explored. C is not ideal since but it typically takes time to find suitable candidates, conduct interviews, and onboard new team members. This option might not offer immediate relief to the pressing project timeline.