What is a stakeholder register and what information does it typically include?

• A. A document listing stakeholders with roles, interests, influence, contact information, and engagement level
• B. A risk register with probabilities
• C. A chart of project milestones and owners
• D. A document listing team members and their salaries

Answer: (A)

A stakeholder register is the master list of everyone who has an interest in the project, along with the information you need to engage with them effectively. It typically includes each stakeholder’s name and role, their interests or what they care about, the level of influence or power they have over the project, contact details, and their current engagement level or attitude toward the project. This collection of details helps the project team identify who needs to be consulted or informed, tailor communications to different groups, and plan how and when to involve people who can impact success. By keeping this register up to date, you can anticipate concerns, manage expectations, and adjust your engagement strategies as circumstances change.

Other artifacts described in the options are different kinds of project documents: a risk register tracks uncertainties and probabilities, a milestone chart outlines schedule achievements and owners, and a document listing team members and salaries relates to HR information rather than stakeholder engagement and communication planning.