Exam 14: Project Closure

Each retrospective is assigned a(n)_________, typically a team member who is very interested in and familiar with the retrospective.This individual will serve as the contact point for anyone needing information relating to the retrospective.

Within the final report, the ___________ may include backup data or details of analysis that would allow others to follow up if they wish.

Performance appraisals generally fulfill two functions.The first is to identify individual strengths and weaknesses and to develop action plans for improving performance.The second involves salary or merit adjustments.Why should these two functions be addressed at different times?

The ________ feedback approach gathers anonymous feedback solicited from others that is compared with the individual's self-evaluations.

It is imperative that the closure facilitator possess the following characteristics EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT a wrap-up closure activity that might be found on a checklist?

When a project starts as a high priority but its rank erodes or crashes during its project life cycle resulting in closure of the project, this is an example of changed priority project closure.

When a project starts with a high priority but it is canceled because its rank erodes or crashes during its project life cycle.This is an example of what type of project closure?

Identify the five common parts to the final project report.Which is considered the most valuable and why?

The typical mechanism for the evaluation of teams is normally

Which of the following summarizes project performance and provides useful information for continuous improvement?

A ________ is a methodology that analyzes a past project event to determine what worked and what didn't, develops lessons learned, and creates an action plan that ensures lessons learned are used to improve management of future projects.

The retrospective facilitator should be able to deliver bad news to the project sponsor or senior management without recriminations.

Retrospective reviews should be set up in the project ___________ stage.

In organizations where projects are managed within a functional organization, the team member's area manager, not the project manager, is responsible for assessing performance.

In premature project closure, the project may be completed early with some parts of the project eliminated.

The content of the final report typically includes the following topics EXCEPT

Identify four wrap-up activities that are included in the closure process.

____________ of performance is essential to encourage changes in behavior and to support individual career development and continuous improvement through organizational learning.

Implementing the closure process includes several _______ activities, including getting delivery acceptance from the customer.