In a matrix organization, two projects have a concurrent need for identical skills in limited availability with the functional manager in charge

In a matrix organization, two projects have a concurrent need for identical skills in limited availability with the functional manager in charge of the skill in demand. Who is responsible for resolving this conflict over resources?

[A] O Senior Management
[B] O Functional Manager
[C] O Project Manager
[D] O Sponsor

Choice A is the correct answer.

This is a conflict over resource assignments that need to be addressed based on project priorities. Project priorities are decided by the senior management of the performing organization. Functional managers, project managers, and sponsor do not decide priorities of different projects.

Hence choice A is correct while choices B, C, and D are incorrect.