A company just started managing a project using an agile approach Due to this change, the general manager is worried about the scope definition…

In an agile environment, scope is not completely defined upfront but is progressively elaborated. The project manager, acting as a facilitator or servant leader, should address the general manager's concern by guiding the stakeholders through the proper agile process for scope definition. This begins with establishing a clear product vision, which sets the high-level goals and boundaries. Subsequently, facilitating collaboration between the product owner and the development team is crucial for clarifying detailed requirements (e.g., user stories) and expectations on an ongoing basis. This iterative approach ensures alignment and that the evolving scope consistently delivers value, which is the agile way of ensuring the "right" scope is built.

1. Project Management Institute. (2021). A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) – Seventh Edition.

Section 2.2

Stakeholder Performance Domain: This domain emphasizes the need to work with stakeholders to understand their needs and maintain alignment throughout the project. Option A directly reflects this by engaging sponsors and stakeholders to craft a vision.

Section 2.4

Planning Performance Domain: It states

"In some projects

the scope is progressively elaborated... The initial scope is understood at a high level

and it is refined as the project progresses." This supports the agile approach described in option A over a rigid upfront definition.

2. Project Management Institute. (2017). Agile Practice Guide.

Section 5.2.1

The Product Vision: "The project is established with a vision of what the product is and what it will achieve... The vision provides a touchstone and a boundary for the team as it works through the project." This directly supports the first action in option A.

Section 4.2.2

Servant Leadership Empowers the Team: This section describes the project manager's role as a servant leader who facilitates collaboration and removes impediments

which aligns with bringing the team and product owner together to clarify expectations.