PMI Project Integration & Change Control Flashcards

What is a corrective action in project management?

Answer: An intentional activity to realign project performance with the project management plan

Corrective actions are intentional activities performed to realign the performance of project work with the project management plan after a deviation has occurred.

What distinguishes a preventive action from a corrective action?

Answer: Preventive actions reduce the probability of future negative outcomes; corrective actions address current deviations

Preventive actions reduce the probability of future negative performance, while corrective actions bring current actual performance back in line with the plan.

Which output of the Close Project or Phase process captures what was learned throughout the project?

Answer: Lessons learned register

The lessons learned register, continuously updated throughout the project, is finalized during closure to document what worked, what did not, and recommendations.

What does configuration management ensure in project integration?

Answer: That the functional and physical characteristics of deliverables are identified, documented, and controlled

Configuration management ensures the functional and physical characteristics of a project's deliverables are identified, controlled, and documented throughout the project.

What is the Monitor and Control Project Work process responsible for?

Answer: Tracking, reviewing, and reporting project progress against the project management plan

Monitor and Control Project Work involves tracking, reviewing, and reporting on overall project performance to meet the objectives defined in the project management plan.

Which document bridges the project and operations during project closure?

Answer: Transition plan or operational handover document

A transition plan or operational handover document ensures that project deliverables are smoothly transferred to the operational team or customer at project closure.