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 The project manager should validate if the training request is within the scope and budget of the project before approving or rejecting it. The training request may be a valid requirement that was not identified during the planning process, or it may be a nice-to-have that is not necessary for the project success. The project manager should evaluate the benefits and costs of the training request and compare them with the project baseline. If the training request is within the scope and budget, the project manager can approve it. If the training request is outside the scope and budget, the project manager should send it to the change control board (CCB) for approval. The CCB is responsible for reviewing and approving change requests that affect the project baseline. Rejecting the request without validation may result in missing a critical requirement or losing a valuable team member. Approving the request without validation may result in scope creep or budget overrun. References:

PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition, Chapter 4, Section 4.5.6, “Change Requests”

PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition, Chapter 5, Section 5.6.3.1, “Requirements Documentation Updates”

PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition, Chapter 7, Section 7.4.3.1, “Cost Forecasts”

PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition, Chapter 9, Section 9.3.3.1, “Resource Requirements Updates”

 The project manager should consult the project team to understand the extent of the training needs for the contractor. This is consistent with the agile value of individuals and interactions over processes and tools1. The project manager should also collaborate with the contractor to provide them with the necessary guidance and coaching on the agile principles and practices2. Asking the project sponsor to replace the contractor since they do not have agile experience (A) is not a good option since it may cause unnecessary delays and costs for the project. Issuing a formal notice to the contractor to obtain an agile certification (B) is also not appropriate since it may create a sense of distrust and resentment in the contractor. Instructing the contractor to receive agile training since the project has already started (D) is not a sufficient action since it does not address the specific needs and expectations of the project team and the contractor. References:

1: Agile Practice Guide, Chapter 1, Section 1.2.1

2: Agile Practice Guide, Chapter 2, Section 2.3.2.2

 The project manager should meet with the team member’s functional manager to try to remove the impediment that is preventing the team member from completing their user story. The project manager should explain the impact of the delay on the project scope, schedule, and quality, and negotiate a solution that would allow the team member to resume their work on the user story as soon as possible. This approach is consistent with the agile principle of removing impediments and enabling self-organizing teams12. References: 1: PMBOK Guide, 6th Edition, Chapter 5: Project Scope Management 2: Agile Practice Guide, Chapter 2: An Agile Mindset

According to the PMBOK Guide, acceptance criteria are the standards by which the project deliverables are measured and verified to meet the stakeholder’s expectations and requirements1. They are defined during the project planning process and agreed upon by the project team and the client2. By highlighting how the acceptance criteria were met in the project closure report, the project manager can demonstrate that the project outputs have fulfilled the client’s business needs and have been formally accepted by them3. This can also help to resolve any doubts or disputes that the client may have about the quality or value of the project deliverables4. How the quality, scope, and stakeholders were managed are also important aspects of the project closure report, but they are not directly related to the stakeholder’s concern about the project outputs. The project manager should focus on showing how the project deliverables met the acceptance criteria, which are the basis for the stakeholder’s satisfaction and sign-off. References:

1: PMBOK Guide, 6th edition, page 161

2: Project Management Acceptance Criteria with Examples, KnowledgeHut, page 1

3: A Guide to Project Closure: 12 Essential Things To Do, Rebel’s Guide to Project Management, page 2

4: Project Client Acceptance and Sign-Off Form, ProjectManagement.com, page 1