A project manager is leading a new software development project. During the initial stakeholder analysis, 8 key stakeholders are identified, including the sponsor, the product owner, and leads from several departments. To effectively plan for communications, the project manager needs to understand the complexity of the potential interactions. How many communication channels exist among these stakeholders?
The correct answer is 28. The formula to calculate the number of potential communication channels in a project is N(N-1)/2, where 'N' is the number of stakeholders. In this scenario with 8 stakeholders, the calculation is 8(8-1)/2 = 8(7)/2 = 56/2 = 28. This calculation demonstrates how quickly communication complexity can increase with each additional stakeholder. Understanding this is crucial for a project manager to develop an effective communication management plan.
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