GIS Project Management 3

Question 1

What does the Critical Path Method (CPM) identify in a GIS project schedule?

Accepted Answer

The longest sequence of dependent tasks determining minimum project duration

Answer

CPM identifies the longest chain of dependent activities, which sets the earliest possible project completion date.

Question 2

In Earned Value Management (EVM), if a GIS project's CPI is 0.85, what does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The project is spending $1.00 for every $0.85 of work completed (over budget)

Answer

A CPI below 1.0 means the project is over budget — costing more than planned for the work accomplished.

Question 3

A GIS project manager uses a RACI matrix. What does the 'A' in RACI stand for?

Accepted Answer

Accountable

Answer

In a RACI chart, 'Accountable' identifies the person ultimately answerable for the task's completion and quality.

Question 4

Which procurement document is used to invite vendors to propose solutions for a GIS enterprise platform implementation?

Accepted Answer

Request for Proposal (RFP)

Answer

An RFP invites vendors to submit detailed proposals including approach, timeline, and cost for delivering a GIS solution.

Question 5

During GIS project closure, what is the primary purpose of conducting a lessons-learned session?

Accepted Answer

To document successes and failures for improving future GIS projects

Answer

Lessons-learned sessions capture process improvements, pitfalls, and best practices to enhance future project performance.

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