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Question 1196

A new privacy law will go into effect at the beginning of the next calendar year. The project manager realizes the project needs to be compliant with the new law.

What should the project manager do next?

    Correct Answer: A

    When a new privacy law will go into effect and the project needs to be compliant, the project manager should first inform the legal department that the project scope will be updated. This ensures that the legal implications are thoroughly understood and that appropriate steps are taken to modify the project scope to comply with the new law. The legal department's input is crucial in identifying necessary changes and avoiding potential legal issues.

Discussion
LongNH2904Option: C

In this scenario, where a new privacy law will go into effect soon and the project needs to ensure compliance, the project manager should take appropriate steps to address this new constraint. According to PMI-PMP principles, the project manager should: C. Inform the project steering committee of this constraint. Here’s why this is the correct choice: Project Steering Committee: The steering committee is responsible for providing oversight and strategic direction to the project. Informing them about the new privacy law ensures that they are aware of the compliance requirement and can provide guidance on how to proceed. Strategic Decision-Making: Compliance with legal requirements often involves strategic decisions that may impact the project scope, schedule, or budget. The steering committee needs to be informed to make informed decisions on how to proceed.

LongNH2904Option: A

The project manager should inform the legal department that the project scope will be updated in response to the new privacy law that will go into effect at the beginning of the next calendar year. This will ensure that the project is compliant with the new law and that any necessary changes to the project scope are identified and implemented in a timely manner. Summary: The project manager should inform the legal department that the project scope will be updated to ensure compliance with the new privacy law. This will help identify and implement any necessary changes to the project scope in a timely manner