Question

A predictive infrastructure project is nearing closure. During the final phase-gate review, the sponsor reveals that a large follow-on initiative will build on this project's deliverables, but its requirements are still highly uncertain and expected to evolve as end users begin using the current system. The sponsor asks the project manager to recommend how the follow-on work should be delivered so value can be realized as quickly as possible while accommodating change. What should the project manager recommend?

Accepted Answer

Use an adaptive (agile) approach that delivers in iterations, allowing requirements to be refined based on user feedback and value to be released incrementally

Answer

Continue with a fully predictive approach so the follow-on scope, schedule, and budget can be baselined up front like the current project

Answer

Delay initiating the follow-on work until all requirements are fully documented and signed off by every stakeholder

Answer

Absorb the follow-on work into the current project's remaining budget to avoid creating a separate initiative