During the initial planning phase of a new project, you are charged with defining the resource requirements and needs. After analyzing the project scope and activities, you identify that your team lacks critical expertise required for the project's success. Which is the BEST action to ensure that the appropriate resource needs are met?
Acquire an expert consultant to provide the specific expertise for the duration of the project
Modify the project scope to eliminate the need for the specialized expertise
Train an existing team member to acquire the necessary expertise
Hire a new full-time employee with the required expertise
Acquiring an expert consultant efficiently bridges the identified expertise gap by providing the necessary specialized skills on a temporary basis. This option is most effective because it meets the immediate need without incurring the long-term costs associated with hiring a full-time employee. Training an existing team member is not the best option if the expertise is needed promptly or if the project schedule is constrained. Readjusting the project scope could compromise project goals and is typically not a favorable solution. Hiring a permanent employee might be unnecessary if the specialized skill set is not required in the long term.
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