Exam PMP topic 1 question 698 discussion

The project manager should take a responsible and ethical approach while considering the potential impact on the project timeline. Options A, B, and D may pose risks related to compliance, ethical concerns, and legal repercussions. The most appropriate action would be option C: asking the board to use their influence to speed up the approval process. This should be done while still respecting and adhering to local regulations.

B. Regulatory Compliance: Project Sponsor Approval: C. Circumvent approval process is risky

This involves seeking assistance from the board to leverage their influence and potentially expedite the approval process.

In this scenario, the project manager should **C. Ask the board to use their influence and speed up the approval**. It's important to maintain compliance with local government regulations when launching a new medical product. Bypassing regulations or launching before approval could lead to legal issues and damage the organization's reputation. Therefore, it would be best to leverage the influence of the board to expedite the approval process. Please note that this is a general advice and the exact course of action can vary depending on the specific circumstances and regulations of the country.

C. Ask the board to use their influence and speed up the approval. Attempting to bypass regulations, launching without approval, or using distribution channels from other countries may lead to legal and ethical issues, damage the organization's reputation, and pose risks to the safety and well-being of users. It is essential to engage with the appropriate regulatory bodies, follow due processes, and seek support from higher levels within the organization to expedite the approval process while ensuring compliance with regulations.

By leveraging online distribution channels, the project manager can explore alternative markets or regions where the product can be launched or distributed while waiting for regulatory approval in the specific country with a lengthy approval process.

A is not valid as online distribution also will be under regulation. B is not valid as launch date should not be allowed w/o approval to be compliant. C is the option as influence and speed of approval does not necessarily mean bribe. D is not option as bypassing regulation is compliance issue. So, best option is C.

Option B demonstrates a responsible and ethical approach that respects regulatory requirements while involving the relevant decision-makers in the process. It allows for informed decision-making and risk management.

B is correct

B. Ask the sponsor to authorize the launch and then wait for approval. As a PM you must follow (PMI Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct - honesty, responsibility, respect and fairness). you must follow the compliance with government regulations and also you don't have authority to influence or expedite approval process from government.

C. Ask the board to use their influence and speed up the approval

find a ways to bypass a regulation is an alternate analysis. If there are possible ways to bypass regulation legally then its not an ethics issue, so doing that alternate analysis is a valid option

In this scenario, where the approval process for one country is lengthy and will impact the intended launch date, the project manager should escalate the issue to the board or higher management. The board may have the necessary influence and authority to expedite the approval process or address any roadblocks that might be delaying the process. Option B (Asking the sponsor to authorize the launch and then wait for approval) could lead to potential legal and regulatory issues if the necessary approvals are not obtained before the launch.

I really don't think C is saying that the PM is asking to bribe the government. I interpreted it as the PM wanted to see if there was a way to have the local government prioritize the approval. And since the Board has influence, have them contact the government on the behalf of the PM. A. Is a sketchy way around the compliance laws (ie. ethics issue) B. Not a great option to just wait around for the approval D. Also a big no-no.. (ethics issue) Honestly C is what makes the most sense to me.

An online distribution channel from another country will get the word out about the product and then you can wait for approval.

Answer A - PM can only organize the channel from another country (who cares about what does this channel do) Why not B? Even the sponsor may have high power during the project, but the sponsor cannot authorize the launch without the approval - it is violated to the compliance => The sponsor can only authorize when the approval process finish. Why not C? You cannot bribe the government (even we know that it is not the truth in real-life, but it is in a test) Why not D? bypass the regulations violating the PMI code of Ethics = wrong answer definitely

C seems correct