Who has the ultimate signoff decision on a project and its deliverables?

• A. Project sponsor
• B. Customer
• C. Team members
• D. Project team

Answer: (A)

The project sponsor holds the final sign-off authority for a project and its deliverables. This role owns the business case, provides the funding, and is accountable to the organization for realizing the expected benefits. Because of that authority, the sponsor approves the project’s completion and the major deliverables, ensuring they align with strategic goals. The customer may formally accept deliverables under the contract, but ultimate sign-off for the project as a whole sits with the sponsor. Team members contribute and provide input, but they don’t have the final authority to declare closure or certify deliverables.