Project Management Certification: Informing the Project Manager during a Work Package

Informing the Project Manager during a Work Package

Question

During a work package the Team manager needs to keep the project manager informed, which management product is used for this?

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The correct answer for this question is B) Checkpoint Report.

A work package is a collection of tasks that need to be executed by a team or an individual. The team manager is responsible for overseeing the execution of the work package, ensuring that the tasks are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. During this process, the team manager needs to keep the project manager informed of progress and any issues that arise.

The Checkpoint Report is a management product used by the team manager to provide a summary of progress, highlight any issues or risks, and forecast the likely outcome of the work package. It is used to inform the project manager of progress at regular intervals, typically weekly or monthly, depending on the length of the work package.

The Checkpoint Report includes the following information:

  • A summary of progress made during the reporting period
  • Any issues or risks that have arisen and how they have been managed
  • Any changes to the work package, including scope, schedule, or budget
  • Forecasts of future progress, including estimated completion dates, resource requirements, and any potential delays or risks.

The Highlight Report is a different type of management product that provides a summary of project progress for the Project Board. It is typically produced monthly and provides a summary of progress, issues, and risks across all work packages.

The Issue Report is a management product used to document and manage issues that arise during the project. It includes details of the issue, its impact, and proposed actions to resolve it.

The End Stage Report is a management product produced at the end of each stage of the project. It provides a summary of the work completed during the stage, any issues or risks that have arisen, and any changes to the project plan. It is used to inform the Project Board of progress and to gain approval to move to the next stage of the project.

In summary, the Checkpoint Report is the correct management product for the team manager to use to keep the project manager informed of progress during a work package.