Exam PgMP topic 1 question 7 discussion

Gold plating refers to the practice of adding extra features or deliverables to a project that were not part of the original scope or agreed-upon requirements. In this scenario, the project manager is using the remaining budget to add additional features that were not requested by the customer, even though these additions might be appreciated. This is not recommended in project management because it can lead to: Scope creep. Misaligned customer expectations. Potential risks or costs that were not accounted for

Answer is A

A. Gold plating Gold plating refers to the practice of adding extra features or enhancements to a project deliverable that were not originally specified in the project scope. In this case, the project manager is adding additional features to the project's deliverables with the remaining budget, even though these features were not initially part of the agreed-upon scope. While the intention may be to provide additional value, it can lead to scope creep and should be carefully managed to ensure that it aligns with the project objectives and requirements.