Exam PMP topic 1 question 736 discussion

The Product owner is responsible for the Backlog and therefore A is the right answer

As the compliance requirement has been introduced during the execution phase of the iterative project, the best course of action for the project manager is to update the product backlog item with this new requirement. The product owner can prioritize the backlog item and work with the team to plan and execute the necessary changes to meet the compliance requirement. Updating the stakeholder register to include the requirement owner and escalating the issue to the project sponsor may also be necessary, but the first step is to ensure that the requirement is properly captured in the project plan through the backlog item.

A. Escalate the issue of project impact to the product owner.

In an iterative project, the product backlog is a dynamic document that can be adjusted and updated to reflect changing requirements, including new compliance requirements. By updating the product backlog item with the new compliance requirement, the project manager ensures that the development team is aware of the change, and the product owner can prioritize it accordingly. This allows for transparency and flexibility in addressing evolving project needs during the iterative development process.

B. Update the product backlog item with this new requirement. In an iterative project, the product backlog serves as a dynamic and evolving list of requirements. When a mandatory compliance requirement is introduced during the execution phase, the project manager should update the product backlog to reflect this new requirement. This ensures that the requirement is documented and can be prioritized and addressed in subsequent iterations.

A is better answer as the the PM would not have the authority to add items in the backlog. IN this case, escalating to the Product Owner is the option to take. If B was phrased in the way that the PM would ensure the Item are added to the backlog by the Product Owner - then its a different story.

PO should update product backlog. Or if scrum master/project manager does it they should inform PO. So, PO should be contacted about the new requirement to review and next steps. Here ' escalate' word is misleading as it is currently not known if new requirement impacts project positively or negatively.

B. Update the product backlog item with this new requirement. In an iterative project, changes and new requirements can emerge during the execution phase. When a mandatory compliance requirement is introduced, the project manager should update the product backlog item or user story to include this new requirement. This ensures that the requirement is properly documented and prioritized within the project's scope. The product owner and team can then assess its impact, prioritize it, and plan for its implementation in future iterations as needed. While it's important to keep stakeholders informed, updating the product backlog item is the immediate action to address the new requirement within the project framework.

Only the product owner can edit and prioritize the product backlog, the PM can only advise and guide the product owner.

Should be B

TO THOSE WHO ARE READING THIS. THERE'S A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ADDING AND PRIORITIZING THE BACKLOG. TEAM CAN ADD. BUT PO WILL PRIORITIZE. LET THAT SINK IN PLEASE. DO NOT PRIORITIZE. BUT YOU CAN ADD!

B. Update the product backlog item with this new requirement

vote for B, Since the team is aware of the new compliance ( Scrum team = Scrum master, PO & Development team ) so the PO would update the product backlog item with this requirement

Voting for B. Options A and C, escalating the issue of project impact to the product owner or project sponsor, might be necessary in certain situations, but the first step should be to include the new requirement in the product backlog for proper prioritization and planning.

B. Update the product backlog item with this new requirement. This is the most appropriate action as the project manager should communicate the new requirement to the team and ensure that it is included in the product backlog item. This will allow the team to incorporate the new requirement into the project plan, adjust the timelines and make any necessary changes to the software. Escalating the issue to the product owner or project sponsor may be necessary depending on the severity of the impact but updating the product backlog item is the first step. Updating the stakeholder register may also be necessary but it is not the immediate next step.

The question is... "What should the project manager do next?" Page 131 of PMBOK 6th Edition, sponsor and customer representatives should be continuously engaged with the project to provide feedback on deliverables and to ensure the product backlog reflects their current needs.

the team cannot update the product backlog,