Project Management Professional Practice Question

Continuously monitoring and evaluating the project plan against the project's objectives and benefits is the best approach to ensure the plan delivers the intended business value. This proactive approach allows the project manager to identify any deviations or potential issues early on and make necessary adjustments to keep the project aligned with its goals.

While the other options may contribute to ensuring business value, they are not as comprehensive or effective as continuous monitoring and evaluation. Identifying dependencies and gaps is important but does not guarantee the plan will deliver the intended value. Comparing the plan to industry benchmarks can provide insights but may not be directly relevant to the specific project's goals. Conducting a risk assessment is valuable but focuses more on potential threats than ensuring the plan delivers the intended benefits.