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PMP · Question 84 · Task 12: Define team ground rules

A new cross-functional team is forming for a high-stakes customer experience transformation project. The team includes members from UX design, software development, customer service, marketing, and data analytics, each with different methodologies, communication styles, and success metrics. The project requires rapid decision-making and close collaboration under tight deadlines. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Facilitate a comprehensive team charter session where members collaboratively establish working agreements, communication norms, and decision-making processes

B.

Implement proven cross-functional team practices from similar transformation projects

C.

Assign clear roles and responsibilities based on functional expertise and establish reporting relationships

D.

Begin with project activities and allow team norms to emerge naturally through collaboration

How to approach this question

Look for collaborative approaches that involve all functional areas in establishing ground rules that address their specific composition and collaboration needs.

Full Answer

A.Facilitate a comprehensive team charter session where members collaboratively establish working agreements, communication norms, and decision-making processes✓ Correct
Effective team ground rules for cross-functional teams require collaborative development that addresses the specific mix of functions, methodologies, and communication styles while establishing rapid decision-making processes.

Common mistakes

Students often choose standard practices or role-based approaches rather than recognizing the need for collaborative ground rule development across functions.

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