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Executing Focus Area

Encompasses the activities used to deliver the project work in alignment with the integrated baseline, while allowing that baseline to be updated through approved changes when doing so increases the project's value.

Key Points

  • Carry out and coordinate the work to produce the planned deliverables.
  • Follow the integrated baseline (scope, schedule, cost, quality) and apply approved changes only.
  • Evaluate and implement baseline updates when they enhance the project's value proposition.
  • Manage teams, communications, quality, risks, and procurements during delivery.

Example

A team building a mobile app executes against the approved scope, schedule, and budget. They identify an accessibility feature that would significantly improve user adoption. The project manager submits a change request; once approved, the baseline is updated and the team incorporates the feature while continuing planned work.

PMP Example Question

Which action best represents the Executing Focus Area?

  1. Developing the initial schedule baseline.
  2. Performing the work per the integrated baseline and updating it via approved changes that improve value.
  3. Validating deliverables with the customer for formal acceptance.
  4. Closing contracts and archiving project records.

Correct Answer: B — Performing the work per the integrated baseline and updating it when approved to enhance value

Explanation: Executing focuses on delivering work in line with the integrated baseline while processing value-adding changes through formal approval.

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