GInI’s CInP Handbook stresses the importance of cross-team alignment in the innovation process, particularly at phase transitions (e.g., Mid Zone to Back End). Without " upfront alignment " from a downstream team (e.g., Operations for execution), the receiving team may lack ownership, leading them to " refuse to own the project " and " drop it and let it die " —a common failure mode where projects stall due to miscommunication or disinterest. " Complain to senior leadership " (B) is possible but not GInI’s focus. " Decide innovation doesn’t work " (C) is an overreaction, not a direct outcome. " Charge the Innovation Group " (D) is impractical. Option A matches GInI’s warning, aligning with the original answer, highlighting a critical GInI principle—collaboration and buy-in are essential for project survival across phases.