PEOPLE IN THE BOOK
Project Manager
Connects decisions, dependencies, contributors, and review points. A blocked task must have a next action; a release meeting must have evidence to decide from.

WHAT YOU SHOULD GET
Plan, status, risk list, and agreed working process.
BRING TO THE CONVERSATION
Timing and effort limits, priorities, and decision-maker availability.
ASK THIS PERSON
- What currently determines the schedule, and which dependencies matter?
- Where can I see progress, open questions, and changes?
- Which decisions do you need from me, and by when?
WHERE THIS FUNCTION CONTRIBUTES
Find the role along the route.
Agree on the actual assignment for your project. Several functions can belong to one person.