Resource Management & Team Building Flashcards
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What does a resource breakdown structure (RBS) primarily organize?
Answer: Resources by category and type
The RBS is a hierarchical representation of resources organized by category (e.g., human, material) and type for planning purposes.
A project manager uses training sessions to close skill gaps identified during performance reviews. Which process does this activity belong to?
Answer: Develop Team
Develop Team includes providing training to improve team competencies and overall project performance.
Which tool in the Manage Team process tracks team member performance and identifies discrepancies between expected and actual performance?
Answer: Work performance reports
Work performance reports provide feedback on project status, including resource performance data used to manage team members.
What is the key difference between resource leveling and resource smoothing?
Answer: Leveling may extend the schedule; smoothing does not extend the critical path
Resource leveling may extend project duration, while resource smoothing only adjusts work within existing float without affecting the critical path.
A team member from a different country joins the project and communication difficulties arise due to cultural differences. The project manager should FIRST:
Answer: Promote cultural awareness and adjust communication approaches
Promoting cultural awareness and adapting communication styles helps integrate diverse team members and improve collaboration.
Which output of the Develop Team process directly reflects improvements in individual and team competencies?
Answer: Team performance assessments
Team performance assessments evaluate the effectiveness of training and development efforts, documenting improvements in team performance.
The project team is in the Storming stage of Tuckman's model. What is the most appropriate action for the project manager?
Answer: Facilitate conflict resolution and reinforce team goals
During Storming, the project manager should help the team navigate conflicts and reaffirm shared goals to move toward Norming.