A project manager is informed that a team member would like to enhance the code with an additional function.
Which of the following should the project manager do NEXT?
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A. B. C. D.B.
As a project manager, when informed by a team member that they want to enhance the code with an additional function, the next step should be to evaluate the impact of the change (Option B).
Here's why:
Option A - Submit a change request: A change request should be submitted after evaluating the impact of the change. It would be premature to submit a change request before understanding the impact of the change. Therefore, this option is not the correct next step.
Option B - Evaluate the impact of the change: The project manager should evaluate the impact of the proposed change to determine if it aligns with the project's scope, schedule, budget, and quality. The project manager should consider if the additional function is necessary, if it would add value to the project, and if it would affect other parts of the project. Based on the evaluation, the project manager can decide whether to approve or reject the change request.
Option C - Get approval from the CC: CC (Change Control) is a group responsible for reviewing and approving change requests. While it is important to involve CC in the change management process, it is not necessary to involve them at this stage. The project manager should first evaluate the impact of the change before involving CC. Therefore, this option is not the correct next step.
Option D - Communicate the change to stakeholders: After evaluating the impact of the change and approving it, the project manager should communicate the change to stakeholders. However, at this stage, the project manager should first evaluate the impact of the change. Therefore, this option is not the correct next step.
In summary, the correct next step for the project manager is to evaluate the impact of the proposed change (Option B) before submitting a change request, involving CC, or communicating the change to stakeholders.