Question

During a project to deploy a new analytics platform, the project manager discovers that the team plans to install a commercial reporting tool on 50 workstations, but the organization only holds licenses for 20 seats. The vendor's licensing terms prohibit exceeding purchased seats. What should the project manager do FIRST to address this governance and compliance concern?

Accepted Answer

Escalate to the sponsor and procurement to acquire the additional licenses before deployment to remain compliant

Answer

Proceed with the installation on all 50 workstations and purchase additional licenses at the next budget cycle

Answer

Install the tool on only 20 workstations and let the remaining users share those machines

Answer

Ignore the discrepancy since software audits are unlikely during the project timeframe