In regulated environments,regular auditsare essential to ensure compliance with established project management processes and standards. PMI-PMOCP highlights audits as a key governance tool that verifies adherence, identifies deviations, and enforces accountability.
Relying on trust (option C), occasional follow-ups (option D), or random meetings (option B) lacks the rigor required for regulatory compliance and risks gaps in governance.
Reference:PMI Project Management Office Certified Professional (PMI-PMOCP)Examination Content Outline, PMI 2021.PMI-PMOCP Study Guide, Chapter on Governance and Compliance.