Project Resource Management Flashcards
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Which process focuses on improving team member competencies, interaction, and the overall team environment to enhance project performance?
Answer: Develop Team
Develop Team improves the competencies, team member interaction, and the overall team environment to enhance project performance.
A project manager notices conflict between two senior engineers over technical approach. What is the MOST effective conflict resolution technique?
Answer: Collaborating/problem solving
Collaborating/problem solving addresses the root cause of conflict and finds a mutually acceptable solution, making it the most effective long-term technique.
Tuckman's team development model stages in order are:
Answer: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning
Tuckman's model progresses through Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Adjourning as teams develop cohesion and effectiveness.
Which type of power is MOST effective for a project manager who lacks formal authority?
Answer: Expert power
Expert power, derived from knowledge and skill, is highly effective for project managers who may lack formal organizational authority.
A project manager wants to recognize individual team member achievements publicly. Which motivation theory BEST supports this approach?
Answer: Maslow's hierarchy — esteem needs
Public recognition addresses esteem needs in Maslow's hierarchy, including recognition, respect, and status among peers.
Which document is used to formally assign a team member to a project and defines their roles and responsibilities?
Answer: Project team assignments
Project team assignments formally document the team members assigned to the project and their specific roles.