Question

You are initiating a new project and meeting with the sponsor to establish the project charter. During the discussion, the sponsor verbally describes an ambitious set of deliverables but is vague about budget limits and the authority you will have to make day-to-day decisions. You are concerned that these ambiguities could cause disputes later. What is the BEST action to take before finalizing the agreement?

Accepted Answer

Negotiate and document clear boundaries on budget, deliverables, and your decision-making authority within the charter before it is approved

Answer

Accept the sponsor's verbal description and begin planning, documenting concerns in the risk register for later review

Answer

Ask the sponsor to assign a business analyst to define the deliverables so you can avoid direct negotiation

Answer

Escalate to the PMO to request that they set the project's budget and authority levels on your behalf