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PMP · Question 87 · Task 3: Assess and manage risks

A project manager is working on a project where the client has requested a feature that would significantly differentiate their product in the market. However, implementing this feature would require the team to work with experimental technology that has limited documentation and support. What should the project manager do?

Answer options:

A.

Recommend against using experimental technology due to the associated risks

B.

Implement the feature using the experimental technology since it provides competitive advantage

C.

Present a comprehensive analysis of the competitive benefits, technical risks, support limitations, and mitigation strategies

D.

Propose a phased approach starting with a proof of concept to evaluate the experimental technology

How to approach this question

When clients want features using experimental technology, provide comprehensive risk-benefit analysis to enable informed business decisions rather than making technical recommendations.

Full Answer

C.Present a comprehensive analysis of the competitive benefits, technical risks, support limitations, and mitigation strategies✓ Correct
Decisions about experimental technology require balancing competitive benefits against technical risks. Clients need complete information to make informed business decisions.

Common mistakes

Making technical recommendations based on risk aversion or competitive potential instead of providing comprehensive analysis for informed business decision-making.

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