PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
A Work Package has been authorized, but the Team Manager discovers that the work will require more effort than estimated. The tolerance for the Work Package is insufficient. What should the Team Manager do?
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Correct answer & explanation
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Inform the Project Manager and request guidance on how to proceed
The Team Manager should escalate to the Project Manager via the Managing Product Delivery process. The Project Manager will decide to revise the Work Package or raise an exception.
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Continue working and report the issue in the next Checkpoint Report
Why it's wrong here
Ignoring the tolerance breach is not acceptable; immediate escalation is required.
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Raise an Exception Report directly to the Project Board
Why it's wrong here
The Team Manager does not have direct access to the Project Board; escalation goes through the PM.
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Revise the Work Package and continue
Why it's wrong here
The Team Manager cannot unilaterally revise the Work Package; it must be agreed with the PM.
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Inform the Project Manager and request guidance on how to proceed
Why this is correct
Correct. The Team Manager escalates to the PM, who may adjust the Work Package or escalate further.
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