HKSM
Practice
A distinct professional or managerial action that helps carry out a process and may rely on one or more tools and techniques.
Key Points
- A practice is an activity, not an entire process or methodology.
- It supports the execution and outcomes of a defined process.
- It can combine multiple tools and techniques as needed.
- It is repeatable and can be tailored to the project context.
Example
Holding a weekly risk review meeting where the team updates the risk register, applies a probability-impact assessment, and plans risk responses is a practice that supports the Risk Management processes.
PMP Example Question
Which statement best describes a "practice" in project management?
- A discrete professional activity that enables a process and may use tools and techniques.
- A sequence of steps that transforms inputs into outputs.
- A software application used to create schedules and budgets.
- A prescriptive project delivery framework such as Waterfall or PRINCE2.
Correct Answer: A — A discrete professional activity that enables a process and may use tools and techniques
Explanation: A describes a practice. B refers to a process, C is a tool, and D is a methodology or framework.
