Exam PMP topic 1 question 715 discussion

D - IMO. Sending all change requests to CCB without analyzing does not make sense. It increases the load on CCB in fact. Only after proper analyses relevant change request to be passed to CCB for approval.

Here we go again with the whacked-out question/answer mismatches just like in the 400-500 questions. Anyway, the answer should be D. The PM should Analyze/evaluate first, then discuss. Certainly not A, which just jumps straight into the CCB process.

B bcoz the change request goes to ccb only when baselines are approved. in this case baseline creation is in progress. Since baseline is not there PM cannot understand the impact on cost, schedule etc. SO the best option is to understand from Func mgr the change requested.

When a change request is received, the project manager should analyze its impact on the project before taking any further action. This analysis includes assessing how the change may affect the project scope, schedule, budget, and other aspects. Once the impact is understood, the project manager can then engage in discussions with the functional manager and relevant stakeholders to determine the appropriate course of action. This analysis is a crucial step in the change control process to make informed decisions about whether to approve, reject, or modify the change request.

D: analyze the impact first, then send to change request along with your findings to the CCB.

When a change request is received during the process of building the first baseline for a project, it's important for the project manager to engage in a discussion with the functional manager and other relevant stakeholders. This allows for a better understanding of the nature and rationale behind the change request, as well as an analysis of its potential impact on the project. While option D (Analyze the impact of the change request on the project) is also a critical step, engaging in discussions with the functional manager and related parties precedes the detailed impact analysis. By opening communication channels, the project manager can gather necessary information to assess the implications of the change and determine whether it aligns with the project's goals. This collaborative approach promotes better decision-making and ensures that changes are properly evaluated before formal approval processes, such as a Change Control Board (CCB), are initiated.

Perform integrated change control happens in monitor & control process group. we are in baseline building which all baselines gather in PMP (planning process group). so we are in earlier stage than change. I think B

B for me. First discuss why and after this the impact and the request

Since the PM is still developing the baselines, and they have not been approved, i don't think the request should go to the CCB.

D. Analyze the impact of the change request on the project. This is the best initial step. Before making any decisions or taking further actions, it's essential to understand the implications of the change request. By analyzing its impact, the project manager will be in a better position to discuss it with stakeholders, including the functional manager and the CCB. Therefore, the correct answer is D: "Analyze the impact of the change request on the project."

isnt this B? There is no baseline yet so no formal control process is needed. A. immediately includes the CCB. B. If someone asks for change, I need to engage with them first. C. wrong. you know why. D. How could you analyze without talking to the FM first?

At first I thought D would be the answer but the scope baseline has not even been established yet so I think the better answer is A because what is the PM supposed to analyze the impact against and there is nothing of detail in the project management plan, everything is still high level.

D. Analyze the impact of the change request on the projec

Changing to D as change req might have impact on overall budget and timeline.. which require analysis

First Baseline is scope.. since execution has not started and other baselines are not yet developed, no specific impact analysis on cost/schedule etc is required. Just get the change approved

Because this request comes during the planning phase (we know this because the baseline is being worked on), the change goes through CCB. Once the project has actually started, D would make more sense as we assess the effect on the project and submit a request from there.

D. Always analyze first.