A project is in the start-up phase of the project life cycle.

Vendor: PMI
Product: PMP
Update on: Aug 13, 2025
Questions: 1988

PMI PMP Question Answer

A project is in the start-up phase of the project life cycle. The project team consists of 20 people from five different countries. The project team is scheduled to have quarterly face-to-face meetings. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, no face-to-face meetings can occur. The project manager is concerned that the team may not be able to fulfill their individual roles without face-to-face meetings.

What should the project manager do in this situation?

Review the risk register for this unforeseen circumstance.

Utilize virtual teams for meetings and deliverables.

Use the contingency reserve and subcontract the work.

Ask for an extension of time on the project deliverables.