Explanation
According to the Agile Practice Guide, a hybrid project is a project that combines elements of predictive and adaptive project management methodologies. A hybrid project may use different methodologies for different phases or deliverables of the project, or it may blend the practices and techniques of different methodologies within the same phase or deliverable. A hybrid project may also use different tools and techniques to support the project management and delivery, such as software applications, templates, documents, or artifacts. In this scenario, the project manager is managing a hybrid project that uses software to access the repository of project artifacts. However, a few stakeholders are reporting that they are unable to find the latest project schedule. This is a communication issue that may affect the stakeholder engagement and satisfaction, as well as the project performance and delivery. The best course of action is to make sure all stakeholders have access to the system and know where to find project artifacts. This can help the project manager to ensure that the project communication is consistent, clear, and effective, and that the stakeholders are kept informed and updated on the project progress and status. Making sure all stakeholders have access to the system and know where to find project artifacts (option B) is the best solution to the issue, as it demonstratesproactive and respectful project communication and stakeholder management. Sending the project schedule via email to the stakeholders who need that information (option A) may not be sufficient or efficient, as it may create inconsistency and confusion among the stakeholders, and may increase the workload and overhead of the project manager. Escalating the issue to the steering committee and asking them to deal with the stakeholders' lack of training (option C) may also be unnecessary or inappropriate, as it may imply that the project manager is unable to handle the issue and may damage the trust and relationship with the stakeholders. Advising the project management office (PMO) that there is a resource gap for sharing project artifacts effectively (option D) may also be unrealistic or irrelevant, as it may not address the root cause of the issue or provide a clear guidance on how to improve the project communication or stakeholder engagement. References: : Project Management Institute. (2017). Agile Practice Guide. Newtown Square, PA: Author1 : Ultimate Guide To Hybrid Project Methodologies & How To Make Them 2 : A Little Bit of Both - Project Management Institute 3