In which of the following process groups does Integration Change Control Process fall?
A.
Execution
B.
Initiating
C.
Planning
D.
Monitoring and Controlling
Explanation:
The Integration Change Control process is a part of Project Integration Management knowledge
area group. It falls under the Monitoring and Controlling process group. Monitoring and controlling
is a process group or stage that starts when the project is in the executing stage. This process
overlaps the executing stage. Monitoring and controlling consists of those processes performed to
observe project execution so that potential problems can be identified in a timely manner and
corrective action can be taken, when necessary, to control the execution of the project. The key
benefit is that project performance is observed and measured regularly to identify variances from
the project management plan. Monitoring and controlling includes: Measuring the ongoing project
activities (where we are). Monitoring the project variables (cost, effort, …) against the project
management plan and the project performance baseline (where we should be). Identify corrective
actions to properly address issues and risks (How can we get on track again). Influencing the
factors that could circumvent integrated change control so only approved changes are
implemented. In multi-phase projects, the monitoring and controlling process also provides
feedback between project phases, in order to implement corrective or preventive actions to bring
the project into compliance with the project management plan. What is Project Integration
Management? Project Integration Management is one of the nine Project Management Knowledge
areas. It comprises the following processes:
Develop Project Charter
Develop Preliminary Project Scope Statement
Develop Project Management Plan
Direct and Manage Project Execution
Monitor and Control Project Work
Integrated Change Control
Close Project
These processes occur throughout the project and are repeated quite often during the working of
the project. They ensure that the various elements of the project are properly coordinated.