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PMI Exam PfMP Topic 2 Question 71 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PfMP exam
Question #: 71
Topic #: 2
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Your organization tried implementing portfolio management in the past, but even though it purchased a sophisticated automated software system for scoring and prioritization, it was not successful. After a year of complaints about the system, the executive team disbanded it. Now, resources are scarce, and some executives who were involved in the earlier attempt have left the company. The new CEO asked for a list of ongoing programs, projects, and operational work, and you could not provide one even though you direct the Project Management Office. He wants this inventory so it then can be used as the starting point to implement portfolio management. You and several others stated it did not work previously and do not believe it will work in the company. The CEO then hired a person to be the portfolio manager from outside who reports directly to him. The portfolio manager is emphasizing the importance of resources working on initiatives aligned with organizational strategy as part of the:

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Suggested Answer: C

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Blair
2 months ago
D) Portfolio charter is the way to go. But you know what they say, 'The third time's the charm!' Let's hope this portfolio manager has better luck than the last ones.
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Carey
2 months ago
D) Portfolio charter, no doubt about it. Although, I have to say, the previous attempt at portfolio management must have been a real train wreck if they couldn't even provide a list of ongoing work. Yikes!
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Tegan
19 days ago
Let's hope the new portfolio manager can turn things around.
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Kristofer
20 days ago
D) Portfolio charter
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Donte
21 days ago
C) Portfolio communications strategy
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Jaclyn
22 days ago
B) Portfolio roadmap
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Barrie
23 days ago
A) Portfolio performance plan
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Cletus
24 days ago
Previous attempt must have been a disaster.
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Tenesha
25 days ago
D) Portfolio charter
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Eileen
26 days ago
C) Portfolio communications strategy
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Dallas
1 months ago
B) Portfolio roadmap
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Ashton
1 months ago
A) Portfolio performance plan
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Zena
1 months ago
D) Portfolio charter, no doubt about it.
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Wendell
1 months ago
D) Portfolio charter
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Leslie
2 months ago
C) Portfolio communications strategy
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Doug
2 months ago
B) Portfolio roadmap
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Romana
2 months ago
A) Portfolio performance plan
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Tyisha
2 months ago
Hmm, this one's a tough one. I'm not sure if I'd agree with the previous candidates. I think C) Portfolio communications strategy could also be a reasonable answer, as communicating the strategic alignment is important.
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Javier
2 months ago
I think A) Portfolio performance plan is important too, as it outlines how performance will be measured and monitored for each initiative.
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Markus
2 months ago
I agree with you, D) Portfolio charter is crucial for defining the scope and objectives of the portfolio.
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Lucina
2 months ago
I think D) Portfolio charter is the best option. It sets the direction and boundaries for the portfolio management process.
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Yasuko
3 months ago
Maybe this time it will work if they have a clear plan like a Portfolio charter.
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Ma
3 months ago
Yeah, I agree. But the new portfolio manager seems to be focusing on aligning resources with organizational strategy.
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Paris
3 months ago
This question is a no-brainer. D) Portfolio charter is the correct answer. If the portfolio manager is focused on strategic alignment, that's the foundation of the portfolio charter.
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Annalee
2 months ago
Yes, the portfolio charter sets the direction and priorities for the portfolio based on organizational strategy.
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Jimmie
3 months ago
I agree, D) Portfolio charter makes the most sense in this situation.
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Yasuko
3 months ago
I don't think it will work, we tried it before and it failed.
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Tracie
3 months ago
I agree, D) Portfolio charter is the best choice here. Establishing alignment with strategy is crucial for portfolio management, and the portfolio charter is where that should be defined.
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Twana
2 months ago
D) Portfolio charter
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Amie
2 months ago
C) Portfolio communications strategy
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Antonio
2 months ago
B) Portfolio roadmap
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Janey
2 months ago
A) Portfolio performance plan
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Ma
3 months ago
I heard the CEO wants to implement portfolio management again.
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Donette
4 months ago
D) Portfolio charter seems like the right answer. The portfolio manager is emphasizing the importance of aligning resources with organizational strategy, which is a key aspect of the portfolio charter.
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Margret
3 months ago
D) Portfolio charter
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Daniel
3 months ago
C) Portfolio communications strategy
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Launa
3 months ago
B) Portfolio roadmap
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Nell
3 months ago
A) Portfolio performance plan
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