ExpertPMP · Question 87 · Task 1: Execute project with the urgency required to deliver business value
A mobile application development project is approaching a critical client deadline, but the team is showing signs of severe burnout from working extended hours for the past six weeks. Code quality issues are increasing, team communication is becoming strained, and three developers have requested time off. The client has indicated that missing the deadline could result in contract cancellation and significant financial penalties. What should the project manager do FIRST?
A mobile application development project is approaching a critical client deadline, but the team is showing signs of severe burnout from working extended hours for the past six weeks. Code quality issues are increasing, team communication is becoming strained, and three developers have requested time off. The client has indicated that missing the deadline could result in contract cancellation and significant financial penalties. What should the project manager do FIRST?
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Assess the team's current sustainable capacity and work with the client to identify the core features that deliver maximum business value
Negotiate with the client for a timeline extension to allow the team to recover and deliver quality work
Bring in additional contractors to supplement the team and maintain the delivery timeline
Implement stricter quality controls and code review processes to address the increasing defects
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