Change Management and Control Flashcards

An approved change request that impacts the project schedule should be reflected in which document?

Answer: The schedule baseline

When an approved change affects the project schedule, the schedule baseline must be formally updated to reflect the new, approved schedule parameters.

What BEST distinguishes a baseline update from a replan?

Answer: A baseline update reflects an approved change that permanently changes the baseline, while a replan adjusts tactics without changing the baseline

A baseline update reflects a formally approved change that permanently revises the project baseline, while a replan is a tactical adjustment to recover performance without altering the approved baseline.

Which of the following BEST describes gold plating in project management?

Answer: Adding extra features or quality beyond what is required without a formal change request

Gold plating refers to adding unauthorized extras beyond the defined and approved scope, which is poor practice because it consumes resources without adding sanctioned value to project objectives.

A project manager discovers that a team member implemented an unapproved change. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer: Assess the impact of the unauthorized change and submit a retrospective change request

The project manager should first assess the full impact of the unauthorized change, then submit a formal change request retroactively to bring it into the change control system and update baselines accordingly.

The Change Control Board typically does NOT include which of the following?

Answer: All end users of the final deliverable

While the CCB includes key decision-makers such as the project manager, sponsor, and relevant SMEs, it is impractical to include all end users; representation is achieved through designated stakeholder representatives.

According to the PMBOK® Guide, which of the following is a key output of the Perform Integrated Change Control process?

Answer: Approved change requests

Approved (or rejected) change requests are a primary output of Perform Integrated Change Control, along with updates to the project management plan and project documents.

A project is nearing completion when a regulatory body mandates a new compliance requirement. The project manager should:

Answer: Evaluate the requirement and submit a change request to incorporate it into the project

Mandatory regulatory changes must be incorporated into the project through the formal change control process regardless of project phase, to ensure compliance and avoid legal or financial consequences.