In a hybrid project, a stakeholder says they are too busy and asks why iteration reviews are held so often. How should the project manager respond?

The project manager should discuss the benefits of frequent iteration reviews in a hybrid project. This approach emphasizes that regular feedback loops, typical in agile components of a hybrid project, lead to early detection of issues, better alignment with stakeholder needs, reduced rework, and ultimately greater value delivery. This educational conversation helps the stakeholder understand the 'why' behind the process, fostering better engagement. Recording an issue and escalating to the sponsor is premature and doesn't address the root cause of the stakeholder's concern. Stating that the engagement plan requires attendance is confrontational and doesn't explain the value. Negotiating reduced attendance might seem practical but could compromise the benefits of frequent reviews, especially without first attempting to educate the stakeholder on their importance.