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

Construction, engineering, and infrastructure development are classic domains for predictive approaches. These industries have stable, detailed specifications (blueprints, engineering drawings), regulatory requirements, large capital expenditures, and sequential physical work that cannot be easily reversed — all favoring predictive methodology.

**Why not A:** E-commerce companies launching new website features typically operate in fast-changing environments with evolving user needs and frequent iterations. These characteristics favor adaptive approaches that embrace change and deliver incremental value, not predictive approaches.

**Why not B:** Social media platforms updating features based on user analytics rely on rapid iteration, continuous feedback, and data-driven decisions. This environment is inherently adaptive, as requirements evolve based on user behavior analytics rather than being fully defined upfront.

**Why not C:** Software startups developing consumer applications typically face high uncertainty in requirements, market fit, and user preferences. Startups benefit from adaptive approaches that allow them to pivot and iterate based on customer feedback, not from detailed upfront planning.