PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
A PRINCE2 project is in the 'Managing a Stage Boundary' process. The Project Manager is preparing the 'End Stage Report' and needs to confirm that the project's organization remains viable for the next stage. Which action BEST ensures that the 'Project Board' has the right level of engagement and decision-making authority for the upcoming stage?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is thinking that more frequent meetings or delegation solve organizational issues, when the correct action is to review and update the PID.
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Review the 'Project Initiation Documentation' to confirm the 'Project Board' composition and update it if necessary.
The 'Managing a Stage Boundary' process includes reviewing the 'Project Initiation Documentation' to ensure the project organization remains suitable. Updating the PID, including the Project Board composition if needed, ensures that the Board has the appropriate authority and engagement for the next stage. Delegating all decisions, replacing a Board member, or increasing meeting frequency do not directly address the need to confirm the organization's viability.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Review the 'Project Initiation Documentation' to confirm the 'Project Board' composition and update it if necessary.
Why this is correct
The 'Project Initiation Documentation' (PID) contains the project management team structure and role descriptions. At each stage boundary, the Project Manager should review the PID to ensure the organization is still appropriate. If changes are needed, the PID is updated and submitted for approval. This ensures the Project Board remains effective and has the necessary authority for the next stage, aligning with the 'Continued business justification' principle.
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Ask the 'Project Board' to delegate all decisions for the next stage to the 'Project Manager' to speed up delivery.
Why it's wrong here
Delegating all decisions to the Project Manager would bypass the Project Board's governance role and could lead to decisions beyond the Project Manager's authority or tolerance. The Project Board is accountable for the project's success, so it must remain engaged. The scenario requires ensuring the right level of engagement, not reducing it. This action would also undermine the 'Manage by exception' principle if tolerances are not respected.
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Schedule additional 'Project Board' meetings during the next stage to ensure frequent oversight.
Why it's wrong here
While frequent meetings can improve engagement, they do not necessarily ensure the right decision-making authority. The Project Board's authority comes from its defined roles and the tolerances set in the PID. Simply meeting more often without reviewing the organizational structure may not address any underlying issues. The 'Managing a Stage Boundary' process focuses on reviewing and updating the PID, including the organization, rather than on meeting frequency.
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Replace the 'Senior User' with a more senior representative from the business area to increase authority.
Why it's wrong here
While the Senior User must represent the user community, replacing them solely to increase authority is not a standard action at a stage boundary. The role's authority is derived from the Project Board's collective decisions, not individual seniority. The Project Manager should first review the existing roles and responsibilities, not unilaterally replace a Board member. This could disrupt stakeholder engagement and is not part of the 'Managing a Stage Boundary' process.
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