The project manager should work to ensure that all relevant stakeholders are appropriately engaged in accordance with the project's needs. The PMBOK Guide emphasizes the importance of stakeholder engagement and the need to manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication and involvement in the project decision-making process. In this scenario, the project manager should influence the product owner to consider the CTO's strategy, as it is likely to be critical to the project's success and alignment with organizational goals2. References: * PMP Examination Content Outline - June 20191 * Professional in Business Analysis Reference Materials | PMI2