A project manager for a large information technology consulting firm was assigned to manage a software integration project for a large client. The schedule was already established. Management at the client side responsible for the project explained to the project manager that the project duration was too long. Changing market pressures requires the project to be brought in one month earlier than scheduled. He has already reviewed the scope of the project and nothing can be cut. He requested that the project manager cut each activity by 10 percent duration to accomplish the goal. What would be the MOST appropriate thing for the project manager to do in this situation?

a) Initiate change control process, explain that the project schedule needs to stand and review the risks involved
b) Meet with the team and evaluate how each activity can be cut by 10% to accomplish the goal.
c) Do more critical path activities in parallel
d) Meet with management to review the original project management plan to discuss scope changes that would reduce project timeline.