Project Planning & Execution Flashcards
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In packaging project management, 'gold plating' refers to:
Answer: Adding features beyond the agreed scope without client request or approval
Gold plating is the practice of delivering extras beyond the scope baseline, which can waste resources and introduce unplanned risks.
When managing multiple packaging projects simultaneously, a portfolio manager's primary role is to:
Answer: Prioritize and align projects with organizational strategic goals and resources
Portfolio management ensures the right mix of projects is selected and resourced to maximize strategic value.
A packaging project manager identifies that two critical tasks can be performed simultaneously rather than sequentially. This schedule compression technique is called:
Answer: Fast tracking
Fast tracking overlaps activities that would normally be done in sequence, reducing duration but increasing risk.
What is the primary purpose of a project kickoff meeting in packaging development?
Answer: To align all stakeholders on project objectives, roles, and expectations from the start
A kickoff meeting officially launches the project by ensuring all stakeholders share a common understanding of goals, responsibilities, and process.
In the context of packaging projects, 'resource leveling' is used to:
Answer: Adjust the project schedule to resolve resource over-allocation without increasing team size
Resource leveling redistributes workload across the schedule timeline to prevent individuals or equipment from being over-assigned.
Which project document captures the formal agreement between the project team and stakeholders regarding what is and is not included in the project?
Answer: Project scope statement
The project scope statement defines boundaries, deliverables, assumptions, and constraints agreed upon by all parties.
A packaging project closure report should include all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer: Detailed future sales forecasts for the new package
Sales forecasts are a marketing function and are not part of project closeout documentation.