PMP Practice Question: Business Environment — Predictive, Easy
A manufacturing company is implementing a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. The project manager has been asked to ensure the project aligns with the organization's strategic objectives. The company's CEO has communicated that the primary strategic goal for the next three years is to reduce operational costs by 20% while maintaining quality. The ERP implementation project is expected to cost $2 million and take 18 months to complete. How should the project manager demonstrate strategic alignment?
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