3.3.1 Carry Out the ‘plan Progressive Delivery’ Process MSP-PRACTITIONER-5TH-EDITION Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   A defence programme is completing the 'plan progressive delivery' process. The programme manager needs to produce a document that describes the capabilities each tranche will deliver and the dependencies between them. Which output should the programme manager produce?

   • AThe tranche descriptions, which outline the scope, objectives, and dependencies of each tranche.
   • BThe project briefs, which authorize the start of individual projects.
   • CThe programme mandate, which authorizes the programme to proceed.
   • DThe benefits map, which shows how benefits are realized.
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2. 12foundation · easy

   In the 'plan progressive delivery' process, who is responsible for approving the tranche delivery plans?

   • AThe programme board
   • BThe senior responsible owner (SRO)
   • CThe business change manager
   • DThe programme manager
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4. 13foundation · easy

   Which input to the 'plan progressive delivery' process provides the context for how the programme aligns with organizational strategy?

   • AThe tranche delivery plan
   • BThe programme plan
   • CThe benefits realization plan
   • DThe programme strategy
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5. 14application · medium

   A logistics programme is about to start the 'plan progressive delivery' process. The programme manager is reviewing the inputs to ensure they are complete. Which input is essential for defining the tranches?

   • AThe stakeholder engagement plan, which lists communication activities.
   • BThe programme plan, which outlines the overall timeline and milestones.
   • CThe risk register, which identifies the risks that may affect the tranches.
   • DThe project closure reports, which detail lessons learned.
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6. 15expert · hard

   A defence programme is planning the progressive delivery of a new logistics system. The programme manager has received the updated business case and risk register, but the risk register contains a high number of risks that could affect the tranche structure. The programme manager needs to decide how to proceed. What should the programme manager do?

   • AAsk the programme board to approve the tranche structure before reviewing the risk register.
   • BIgnore the risk register and proceed with the tranche structure defined in the programme mandate.
   • CUse the risk register to inform the tranche structure, sequencing, and the level of detail required for each tranche.
   • DDelay the plan progressive delivery process until the risks are resolved.
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