CAPM Practice: Demonstrate an understanding of the various project life cycles and processes

An assumption is a factor considered to be true, real, or certain without proof or demonstration. Elsa is proceeding with planning based on the belief that system access will be granted, even though it has not been confirmed yet.

**Why not A:** While there is uncertainty about system access, documenting this as a risk focuses on the uncertain event. The scenario describes Elsa proceeding with planning as if access will be granted, which is the definition of an assumption rather than a risk that needs a response plan.

**Why not B:** An issue is a current problem that has already materialized and requires immediate resolution. IT has not yet denied access; the request is pending. Since no actual problem exists yet, categorizing it as an issue is premature.

**Why not D:** A constraint is a fixed limitation imposed on the project, such as a budget cap or regulatory deadline. The warehouse management system is not limiting the project; rather, the team is assuming they will have access to it for planning purposes.