A project manager is working on a predictive project where a major scope change has been approved by the change control board. The change will add 4 weeks to the schedule and $50,000 to the budget. However, implementing the change will require rework of already completed deliverables. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

Begin implementing the change immediately since it has been approved

Develop a detailed implementation plan that minimizes rework and optimizes the integration of changes

Communicate the change to all stakeholders and update project documentation

Assess whether the approved change is still the best option given the rework requirements

How to approach this question

Even approved changes require careful implementation planning, especially when they involve rework of completed work.

B.Develop a detailed implementation plan that minimizes rework and optimizes the integration of changes✓ Correct

Approved changes involving rework require careful implementation planning to minimize disruption and optimize the integration of new requirements.

Assuming that approved changes can be implemented immediately without planning, especially when rework is involved.

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