Schedule Change Control

Correct Answer: Update the current change request and present it to the change control board

In project management, the first step when a schedule is no longer viable due to a delay in a key milestone is usually to update the current change request and present it to the change control board. This involves highlighting the issue and suggesting alternatives on how to get the project back on track. On the other hand, the other options presented are not the first actions to be taken in such a scenario. Updating the project schedule without changing the scope doesn't address the issue, as the delay could affect the project's scope. Hiring additional resources to speed up the remaining tasks is a possible solution but not always viable due to potential cost implications and the depending on the nature of the project, more staff may not always guarantee faster completion. Lastly, changing the project's scope to adjust for the delay is not necessarily the first step as it may lead to the deviation from the project's initial objective. Always, the first step is to present the issue to the change control board for review and further recommendations.

Correct Answer: Change Control Board

In the Schedule Change Control process, the Change Control Board is responsible for reviewing and approving schedule change requests. This board is typically composed of key stakeholders and project managers who assess the impact of proposed changes on the project schedule. The Risk Management Team focuses on identifying and mitigating project risks, the Project Steering Committee oversees strategic project direction, and the Schedule Management Plan outlines how the schedule will be managed but does not itself approve changes.

Correct Answer: Change Control Board

The Change Control Board is responsible for reviewing and approving all proposed changes to the project schedule. The Configuration Management Board focuses on maintaining the integrity of product designs and configurations. The Project Management Office provides support and governance to projects but does not directly approve schedule changes. The Resource Allocation Panel deals with the distribution of resources rather than schedule approvals.