A subject matter expert (SME) external to the project team provides a suggestion that will...

In an agile project environment, collaboration and flexibility are key. When an SME external to the project team offers a suggestion that could expedite project delivery, it is beneficial to leverage their expertise. The project manager should facilitate collaboration between the current team members and the SME to integrate the suggestion effectively. This approach aligns with agile principles, which prioritize individuals and interactions over processes and tools, and responding to change over following a plan12.