CAC Project Management and Planning Flashcards

What is a Risk Register used for in acceptance project management?

Answer: To identify, assess, and track project risks along with their probability, impact, and mitigation plans

A Risk Register captures identified risks, their likelihood and impact, assigned owners, and planned responses to manage uncertainty proactively.

Which project management document formally authorizes a project and identifies the project manager?

Answer: Project Charter

The Project Charter formally authorizes the project's existence, grants the project manager authority, and documents high-level objectives and stakeholders.

In acceptance project planning, what is the purpose of a kickoff meeting?

Answer: To align all stakeholders on project objectives, scope, roles, and schedule before work begins

A kickoff meeting establishes shared understanding of project goals, responsibilities, timelines, and communication expectations among all team members.

What does 'scope creep' mean in the context of acceptance project management?

Answer: The uncontrolled addition of requirements or tasks beyond the originally agreed project scope

Scope creep occurs when project requirements expand incrementally without formal change control, consuming time and budget without corresponding authorization.

A project is running behind schedule. Which technique involves simultaneously performing tasks that were originally planned sequentially to recover schedule?

Answer: Fast tracking

Fast tracking overlaps sequential activities in parallel, accepting increased risk, to shorten the project schedule without adding resources.

What is the purpose of a Lessons Learned document at project closeout?

Answer: To capture what went well and what should be improved so future projects benefit from current experience

Lessons Learned documents institutional knowledge by recording successes and failures, enabling continuous improvement across future projects.