Question

A key aspect to communication plans are that they allow the project manager and the project team to:__________.
A) Meet deadlines more effectively.
B) Effectively control costs on the project.
C) Focus on defect resolution.
D) Actively control the flow of information.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is:

Actively control the flow of information. (A)

Explanation:

successful projects rely on communication. Communication entails exchange, discussion, information, technology, advice and teamwork. A good communication plan entails the following:

• sets clear guidelines for how information to be shared
• outlines who is responsible for sharing information
• outline who needs to be included in each communication.

There is no definite way for a team to communicate in a project, but a variety of communication methods exist, which includes:

emails, meetings, discussion boards, status reports, to-do lists or task trackers, collaboration apps.

In order to know what type of communication method to choose:

• determine what works for the team
• use successful communication methods from similar past projects
• check in with team members and relevant stakeholders.