HKSM

The set of processes used to carry out the work defined in the project management plan so the project requirements are met.

Key Points

• Focuses on doing the planned work and producing approved deliverables.
• Includes directing and managing project work, managing quality, and acquiring, developing, and managing resources.
• Implements risk responses, manages communications and stakeholder engagement, and conducts procurements.
• Generates work performance data and change requests that feed Monitoring and Controlling.

Example

A software team follows the project management plan to build features for Release 1. The PM assigns tasks, onboards new developers, coordinates with vendors, executes risk responses for a critical dependency, and issues status communications to stakeholders while producing tested increments.

PMP Example Question

During development, the project manager is coordinating people and vendors, implementing risk responses, managing communications, and producing deliverables as planned. Which process group best describes these activities?

1. Initiating
2. Planning
3. Executing
4. Monitoring and Controlling

Correct Answer: C - Executing

Explanation: These actions involve carrying out the work in the project management plan, which is the focus of the Executing Process Group.