Project handover and final deliverables MCQs – Software Project  Managemen

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: November 21, 2024

1. What is the primary purpose of the project handover process?

A) To transfer ownership and responsibility of the project deliverables to the client or operational team
B) To initiate new project tasks
C) To review project risks
D) To develop new project requirements
Answer: A) To transfer ownership and responsibility of the project deliverables to the client or operational team

2. Which document is crucial for a successful project handover?

A) Handover Report
B) Project Charter
C) Risk Management Plan
D) Status Report
Answer: A) Handover Report

3. What should be included in the final deliverables of a project?

A) All agreed-upon project outputs and documentation
B) Initial project requirements
C) Risk assessment report
D) Resource allocation plan
Answer: A) All agreed-upon project outputs and documentation

4. Who is typically responsible for the handover of project deliverables?

A) Project Manager
B) Project Sponsor
C) Development Team
D) Stakeholders
Answer: A) Project Manager

5. What is a common challenge during the project handover process?

A) Ensuring all deliverables are complete and meet the acceptance criteria
B) Identifying new project risks
C) Developing new project plans
D) Reallocating project resources
Answer: A) Ensuring all deliverables are complete and meet the acceptance criteria

6. Which of the following is a key activity during the project handover phase?

A) Conducting a formal handover meeting with stakeholders
B) Developing new project requirements
C) Updating the project schedule
D) Identifying project risks
Answer: A) Conducting a formal handover meeting with stakeholders

7. What role does the final acceptance form play in project handover?

A) It confirms that the project deliverables meet the client’s expectations and are accepted
B) It documents new project requirements
C) It outlines project risks
D) It updates the project schedule
Answer: A) It confirms that the project deliverables meet the client’s expectations and are accepted

8. What is typically included in a Project Handover Report?

A) Summary of deliverables, project performance, and any unresolved issues
B) Initial project scope
C) Resource allocation plan
D) Risk management plan
Answer: A) Summary of deliverables, project performance, and any unresolved issues

9. Why is it important to document final deliverables?

A) To provide a record for future reference and validation
B) To develop new project requirements
C) To identify project risks
D) To reallocate resources
Answer: A) To provide a record for future reference and validation

10. What should be done if a final deliverable does not meet the acceptance criteria?

A) Address the issues and rework the deliverable until it meets the criteria
B) Archive the deliverable as is
C) Ignore the issues
D) Cancel the project
Answer: A) Address the issues and rework the deliverable until it meets the criteria

11. Who should participate in the project handover meeting?

A) Project Manager, project team, and stakeholders
B) Development Team only
C) Risk Management Team
D) Resource Allocation Team
Answer: A) Project Manager, project team, and stakeholders

12. What is the purpose of a handover checklist?

A) To ensure all handover activities and deliverables are completed
B) To develop new project requirements
C) To update the project schedule
D) To identify project risks
Answer: A) To ensure all handover activities and deliverables are completed

13. What should be done with project documentation after the handover?

A) Stored and archived for future reference
B) Discarded
C) Used to develop new project plans
D) Archived without review
Answer: A) Stored and archived for future reference

14. What role does the Project Sponsor play in the handover process?

A) Reviewing and approving the final deliverables and handover documentation
B) Developing new project requirements
C) Identifying project risks
D) Allocating resources
Answer: A) Reviewing and approving the final deliverables and handover documentation

15. Which document is used to formally acknowledge the receipt and acceptance of project deliverables?

A) Acceptance Certificate
B) Project Charter
C) Risk Management Plan
D) Change Request Form
Answer: A) Acceptance Certificate

16. Why is it important to review the final deliverables with the client before handover?

A) To ensure they meet the agreed-upon requirements and gain client approval
B) To develop new project requirements
C) To update the project schedule
D) To allocate resources
Answer: A) To ensure they meet the agreed-upon requirements and gain client approval

17. What is the purpose of the handover meeting?

A) To review and transfer project knowledge, deliverables, and responsibilities to the client or operational team
B) To develop new project requirements
C) To update the project schedule
D) To identify project risks
Answer: A) To review and transfer project knowledge, deliverables, and responsibilities to the client or operational team

18. What should be done if there are unresolved issues during the handover?

A) Document them and address them in a follow-up phase or future projects
B) Ignore them
C) Archive them without review
D) Cancel the project
Answer: A) Document them and address them in a follow-up phase or future projects

19. Which of the following is NOT typically part of the handover process?

A) Final review of deliverables
B) Documenting unresolved issues
C) Developing new project plans
D) Transfer of project knowledge
Answer: C) Developing new project plans

20. What is the role of the project team in the handover process?

A) To provide necessary support and information to facilitate the handover
B) To develop new project plans
C) To identify project risks
D) To reallocate resources
Answer: A) To provide necessary support and information to facilitate the handover

21. How should changes to final deliverables be handled during the handover process?

A) Address and document any changes to ensure they are incorporated before final acceptance
B) Ignore the changes
C) Archive the deliverables as is
D) Cancel the project
Answer: A) Address and document any changes to ensure they are incorporated before final acceptance

22. What is typically included in a final deliverables report?

A) A summary of deliverables, project performance, and any remaining issues
B) Initial project requirements
C) Risk assessment report
D) Resource allocation plan
Answer: A) A summary of deliverables, project performance, and any remaining issues

23. Why is it important to have a clear handover plan?

A) To ensure a smooth transition and avoid misunderstandings
B) To develop new project plans
C) To update the project schedule
D) To identify project risks
Answer: A) To ensure a smooth transition and avoid misunderstandings

24. What is the role of the client in the project handover process?

A) To review and accept the final deliverables and provide feedback
B) To develop new project requirements
C) To identify project risks
D) To allocate resources
Answer: A) To review and accept the final deliverables and provide feedback

25. What should be done with unused project resources at handover?

A) Returned to the organization or reallocated as per project guidelines
B) Discarded
C) Used for future projects
D) Archived
Answer: A) Returned to the organization or reallocated as per project guidelines

26. What is the benefit of conducting a handover training session?

A) To ensure that the client or operational team understands and can effectively use the deliverables
B) To develop new project plans
C) To update the project schedule
D) To identify project risks
Answer: A) To ensure that the client or operational team understands and can effectively use the deliverables

27. What is a common practice for ensuring the quality of final deliverables?

A) Conducting a final review and testing phase before handover
B) Developing new project requirements
C) Updating the project schedule
D) Identifying project risks
Answer: A) Conducting a final review and testing phase before handover

28. Which of the following should NOT be included in the project handover documentation?

A) Personal opinions of the project team
B) Summary of deliverables
C) Project performance metrics
D) Any unresolved issues
Answer: A) Personal opinions of the project team

29. What is a key factor in ensuring a successful project handover?

A) Clear communication and thorough documentation of all deliverables and processes
B) Developing new project requirements
C) Updating the project schedule
D) Identifying project risks
Answer: A) Clear communication and thorough documentation of all deliverables and processes

30. What should be done if the final deliverables require modifications after handover?

A) Address the modifications as a follow-up or in a new phase, and document any changes
B) Ignore the modifications
C) Archive the deliverables as is
D) Cancel the project
Answer: A) Address the modifications as a follow-up or in a new phase, and document any changes

32. What is the role of the operational team during the handover process?

A) To take over the responsibility for maintaining and operating the project deliverables after handover
B) To develop new project plans
C) To identify project risks
D) To reallocate resources
Answer: A) To take over the responsibility for maintaining and operating the project deliverables after handover