PCC Organizational Development 2

Question 1

Which organizational structure gives functional managers the most authority over project resources?

Accepted Answer

Weak matrix

Answer

In a weak matrix, functional managers retain most authority and project managers have limited power over resources.

Question 2

In a project controls context, what is the primary purpose of a Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM)?

Accepted Answer

Link project roles to WBS deliverables

Answer

A RAM maps team members or organizational units to WBS work packages, clarifying who is responsible for each deliverable.

Question 3

Which change management model describes transitions through stages of Unfreeze, Change, and Refreeze?

Accepted Answer

Lewin's Change Model

Answer

Lewin's Change Model uses three stages: Unfreeze (prepare for change), Change (implement), and Refreeze (stabilize the new state).

Question 4

An organization transitioning from functional to projectized structure should expect which immediate challenge?

Accepted Answer

Increased duplication of resources

Answer

Projectized structures often duplicate specialized resources across project teams since each team maintains its own functional staff.

Question 5

What does the ADKAR change management model's 'K' represent?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge of how to change

Answer

ADKAR stands for Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement — 'K' is Knowledge of how to implement the change.

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