During the final stage of the launch for a new design, team members are having a conflict about some features of the design.What should the project manager do?

While reducing scope may seem like a practical solution for meeting deadlines, it does not address the underlying conflict among team members. This option risks alienating the team and stakeholders by imposing a decision rather than facilitating a discussion, which could lead to further discontent and issues later in the project.

Proposing a new launch date without addressing the underlying conflict does not resolve the disagreement about design features. This approach may postpone the issue rather than facilitate a resolution, potentially leading to dissatisfaction with the process and outcome among team members.

Delegating decision-making to the project sponsor may relieve immediate pressure but can undermine team autonomy and accountability. It may also create resentment among team members who feel their expertise and opinions are not valued, which can harm team dynamics in the long term.