You are the project manager for a large-scale rebranding project. During a critical phase, it becomes evident that additional funding is necessary to address unforeseen challenges.
Which role within the project would you approach to authorise the updated business case and secure the necessary funds to ensure the project's continuation?

Why should a project professional complete continuing professional development (CPD)?

You are the project manager on a construction project for a client in the defence sector. The client has strict regulatory requirements and expects a high level of control and governance throughout the project. Which life cycle would be most suitable?

You are the project manager of a promotional campaign project that's currently in the development phase.
The project sponsor is concerned about the project's financial performance and has asked you to send them an update report.
Which of the three following reports could be used to highlight the project's current financial position?
* Business case.
* Cash flow.
* Benefits forecast.
* Actual costs versus forecasted costs.
* Investment appraisal.
* Earned value analysis.

You are overseeing a construction project for a new retail center. Midway through the project, the design team proposes a significant change to the building's layout, which they argue will improve overall functionality and therefore present better value for money. However, this change would require demolishing and rebuilding a section of the structure.
Given the proposed changes, outline five actions you would take to evaluate the change request to provide an appropriate recommendation.