Power/Interest Grid

Correct Answer: They need frequent communication but require minimal resource allocation

In the Power/Interest Grid for stakeholder analysis, the lower-right quadrant represents stakeholders with high interest but low power. These stakeholders show great interest in the project but have limited ability to influence outcomes. The correct approach is to keep them informed frequently but allocate minimal resources since their power to impact the project is low. Other options are incorrect because: - Extensive resources and constant face-to-face meetings would be more appropriate for high power/high interest stakeholders - Quarterly updates would be insufficient for high-interest stakeholders who need more frequent communication - Weekly status reports and comprehensive documentation would be excessive and misaligned with their low power position The key is to maintain good communication with these stakeholders due to their high interest, while being mindful that their low power position does not justify extensive resource allocation.

Correct Answer: Demonstrating how the project outcomes align with their strategic goals

The most effective approach to move stakeholders from low to high interest is by demonstrating how project outcomes align with their strategic goals. This is fundamental because: Strategic alignment helps stakeholders see personal and organizational value in the project, naturally increasing their interest level. It creates a clear connection between the project's success and their own objectives, making the engagement more meaningful. Other approaches are less effective because: Frequent meetings and status updates may increase involvement but not necessarily interest - it could be seen as a burden. Assigning responsibilities prematurely to uninterested stakeholders might lead to poor engagement and potential project risks. Detailed communication plans focus on process rather than motivation, and may not address the core reason for low interest.

Correct Answer: When a stakeholder's influence level changes due to organizational restructuring

Organizational restructuring that changes a stakeholder's influence level is the most critical scenario requiring adjustment of engagement strategies because: Power/Interest Grid analysis is fundamentally about mapping stakeholders based on their power (influence) and interest levels. When organizational restructuring occurs, it can significantly alter a stakeholder's power level, requiring an urgent reassessment of their position on the grid and a corresponding adjustment to engagement strategies. Other options are less relevant because: Varying opinions about technical specifications are normal project discussions that don't necessarily indicate a change in stakeholder power or interest levels. Requests for additional documentation and status reports are routine project management activities that don't fundamentally alter a stakeholder's position on the Power/Interest Grid. Concerns about resource allocation, while important, are common project issues that don't necessarily indicate a change in overall stakeholder influence or interest levels that would require grid reassessment.