Two interdependent projects share resources: the first is in execution and the second is about to be deployed. The first project's delay is now affecting the second because resources are shared. What should the project manager do?

The project manager should assess deployment resource availability and create a plan to allocate additional resources because this directly addresses the identified problem of shared resources causing delays. By understanding current availability and planning for additional resources, the project manager can mitigate the impact on the second project and ensure both projects progress. Requesting a written commitment from the team manager is impractical and doesn't solve the immediate resource conflict. Holding a meeting to explain delays without a solution is reactive and unhelpful. Asking procurement to solicit external providers is a viable option if internal resources are truly unavailable, but assessing internal availability first is a more immediate and often more cost-effective solution.