A project manager is in a projectized organization managing a particular project. A department manager has repeatedly requested a change to the scope of the project which was previously denied. The project is currently behind schedule. Which of the following would be the BEST way to deal with the managers repeated request?

A.
Request the manager fill out a formal request for the change and file it with the project management office.

B.
Have a team member meet with the manager so the project can stay on schedule.

C.
Ask the project sponsor to respond to the department manager.

D.
Implement the change as requested by the manager and inform the project sponsor.