CAPM Practice: Explain when it is appropriate to use a predictive, plan-based approach

Predictive projects manage external dependencies by incorporating them into the integrated schedule with defined handoff dates, deliverable criteria, and contingency plans. Procurement management plans define vendor obligations. Risk management plans address vendor delay risks. The predictive schedule becomes the coordination mechanism for managing external dependencies.

**Why not B:** Accepting that dependencies cannot be managed in a predictive framework is incorrect. Predictive approaches are specifically designed to manage dependencies through detailed scheduling, procurement plans, and contractual agreements. External dependencies are a standard element of predictive project management.

**Why not C:** Asking vendors to use Scrum so their sprints align with the project imposes a specific methodology on external parties. The predictive approach manages vendor dependencies through contractual milestones and integration into the project schedule, not by dictating the vendor's internal methodology.

**Why not D:** Switching to adaptive for vendor-related portions is unnecessary. Predictive approaches handle external dependencies effectively through procurement management, contractual milestones, and risk planning. There is no inherent need to change methodology simply because external vendors are involved.