SIEMENS LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION
EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS
◉ Siemens Project Management Plan - (S)PMP. Answer: Set up in
Sales phase. Includes WBS, Schedule, Budget, Cash Flow Plan.
Integrates communication rules, documentation rules, project
reporting plan, meeting schedule, quality plan, etc.
*This is an input to the Project Manager (Target) Agreement*
◉ Time - Cost - Scope Triangle (Functionality / Quality). Answer:
(Scope & Time) Fast & High Quality = Expensive
(Scope & Cost) Cost Effective & High Quality = Takes Time
(Cost & Time) Quick & Cheap = Low Quality /Reduced Functionality
◉ SMART Targets. Answer: Used for forming project goals. Specific,
Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound
,◉ Project Manager (Target) Agreement. Answer: Documents
mutually agreed upon (w/ Business Mgr.) results expected, plus
responsibilities, authorizations, and resources available to PM.
- Completed & Signed @ PM100, no later than PM200
- Valid until PM650
- Includes project description, financial/strategic/quality targets,
milestones, LL, responsibilities of PM, etc.
◉ Letter of Empowerment. Answer: Informs organization (and
stakeholders) of the responsibility & authority of the person
responsible for a project in the sales &/or execution phase. Is proper
communication, input is before handover (PM080)
Contains:
- project designation & period of validity
- assignment of relevant authorities & obligations
- overview of responsibilities
- reference to the valid PM method in accordance w/ PM@Siemens
◉ Independent Project Organization. Answer: Project leader has
entire responsibility for project & authority over team members.
Decisions can be made quickly.
,◉ Matrix Organization. Answer: PM shares responsibility w/
functional managers for assigning priorities & directing the work of
individuals assigned. Individual remains assigned to the functional
manager, but works with the PM.
◉ Who must be considered w/ every project adjustment?. Answer:
Relevant stakeholders
◉ Main aspects to consider for project strategy & implementation?.
Answer: - Stringent across project
- Communicated w/ team, & stakeholders
- Alignment w/ business strategy
◉ How can I ensure contribution of project team members to the
implementation of the business strategy for my project?. Answer: -
Communicate tailored strategy to project team
- Use strategy as basis for identifying opportunities
- Use info from won/loss bids to improve strategy for future bids
◉ LoA. Answer: Category considers Finances, Contract, Technical
complexity, & Organization
Determining under what conditions a bid can be submitted
, Defines necessary admin efforts & selection of PM
Compliance Risk - 1 2 3
Business Risk - 1 2 3
Proj. Category - A B C S (Higher > Low)
ABCS
A1 B1 C1 X
A2 B2 C2 X
A3 B3 C3 X
- Must happen before PM040
- LoA reduces NCC, manages risk, aligns w/business strategy,
manages portfolio
-*LoA is the approval process for Projects*
◉ Business Conduct Guidelines (BCG). Answer: - Siemens corporate
code of conduct
- Fundamental principles and rules governing how we act
*motivation & values
*ownership culture
EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS
◉ Siemens Project Management Plan - (S)PMP. Answer: Set up in
Sales phase. Includes WBS, Schedule, Budget, Cash Flow Plan.
Integrates communication rules, documentation rules, project
reporting plan, meeting schedule, quality plan, etc.
*This is an input to the Project Manager (Target) Agreement*
◉ Time - Cost - Scope Triangle (Functionality / Quality). Answer:
(Scope & Time) Fast & High Quality = Expensive
(Scope & Cost) Cost Effective & High Quality = Takes Time
(Cost & Time) Quick & Cheap = Low Quality /Reduced Functionality
◉ SMART Targets. Answer: Used for forming project goals. Specific,
Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound
,◉ Project Manager (Target) Agreement. Answer: Documents
mutually agreed upon (w/ Business Mgr.) results expected, plus
responsibilities, authorizations, and resources available to PM.
- Completed & Signed @ PM100, no later than PM200
- Valid until PM650
- Includes project description, financial/strategic/quality targets,
milestones, LL, responsibilities of PM, etc.
◉ Letter of Empowerment. Answer: Informs organization (and
stakeholders) of the responsibility & authority of the person
responsible for a project in the sales &/or execution phase. Is proper
communication, input is before handover (PM080)
Contains:
- project designation & period of validity
- assignment of relevant authorities & obligations
- overview of responsibilities
- reference to the valid PM method in accordance w/ PM@Siemens
◉ Independent Project Organization. Answer: Project leader has
entire responsibility for project & authority over team members.
Decisions can be made quickly.
,◉ Matrix Organization. Answer: PM shares responsibility w/
functional managers for assigning priorities & directing the work of
individuals assigned. Individual remains assigned to the functional
manager, but works with the PM.
◉ Who must be considered w/ every project adjustment?. Answer:
Relevant stakeholders
◉ Main aspects to consider for project strategy & implementation?.
Answer: - Stringent across project
- Communicated w/ team, & stakeholders
- Alignment w/ business strategy
◉ How can I ensure contribution of project team members to the
implementation of the business strategy for my project?. Answer: -
Communicate tailored strategy to project team
- Use strategy as basis for identifying opportunities
- Use info from won/loss bids to improve strategy for future bids
◉ LoA. Answer: Category considers Finances, Contract, Technical
complexity, & Organization
Determining under what conditions a bid can be submitted
, Defines necessary admin efforts & selection of PM
Compliance Risk - 1 2 3
Business Risk - 1 2 3
Proj. Category - A B C S (Higher > Low)
ABCS
A1 B1 C1 X
A2 B2 C2 X
A3 B3 C3 X
- Must happen before PM040
- LoA reduces NCC, manages risk, aligns w/business strategy,
manages portfolio
-*LoA is the approval process for Projects*
◉ Business Conduct Guidelines (BCG). Answer: - Siemens corporate
code of conduct
- Fundamental principles and rules governing how we act
*motivation & values
*ownership culture
