Phase B
Business Architecture
Step 1:
1: Determining the Overall Business Architecture Modeling Process
1: What is the primary purpose of business modeling and strategy assessments in the Business Architecture modeling process?
A) To design new business products
B) To frame the target state of an organization’s Business Architecture
C) To create detailed technology implementation plans
D) To assess financial performance
Answer: B) To frame the target state of an organization’s Business Architecture
2: Which of the following is a key technique for progressively decomposing a business during the Business Architecture modeling process?
A) Algorithmic analysis
B) Data mining
C) Business Scenario Analysis
D) Value Chain Optimization
Answer: C) Business Scenario Analysis
Alternate Question 01: Which phase in the TOGAF Series Guide: MSA focuses on the Business Architecture, including the decomposition of business functions? Phase D: Technology Architecture, Phase A: Architecture Vision, Phase B: Business Architecture, Phase C: Information Systems Architectures. Correct answer : Phase B: Business Architecture. Overall explanation : Phase B focuses on the Business Architecture, including the decomposition of business functions. Reference: https://pubs.opengroup.org/togaf-standard/guides/microservices-architecture.html
3: What is the purpose of Business Capability Mapping in the Business Architecture modeling process?
A) To map business processes to IT systems
B) To identify and categorize business capabilities required to deliver value
C) To design enterprise technology solutions
D) To outline financial assets of the business
Answer: B) To identify and categorize business capabilities required to deliver value
4: What should an architect consider when determining the level of decomposition required in the Business Architecture modeling process?
A) The enterprise’s goals, objectives, and scope
B) The number of employees in the organization
C) The financial health of the organization
D) The technological tools available
Answer: A) The enterprise’s goals, objectives, and scope
5: Which of the following techniques is used to understand how an organization delivers value through a breakdown of its activities?
A) Process Modeling
B) Value Stream Mapping
C) Use-case Analysis
D) Organization Mapping
Answer: B) Value Stream Mapping
Alternative : Which of the following is not listed as a Technique for Architecture Development in TOGAF? a) Architecture Patterns b) Architecture Change Management c) Risk Management d) Capability Based Planning e) Gap Analysis. Correct Answer: (b)
Alternative: TOGAF defines the development of four key architecture domains. Which of the following is NOT one of these? A. Business B. Security C. Data D. Application E. Technology. Correct Answer: B
Steps 2 &3:
2. Developing Baseline and Target Business Architecture
1: What is the primary goal of developing the Baseline Business Architecture in TOGAF Phase B?
a) To create a new set of business models from scratch b) To analyze potential business stakeholders c) To develop a description of the current Business Architecture d) To establish the Technology Architecture
Correct Answer: c) To develop a description of the current Business Architecture
Alternative: Which answer is not an accurate statement about TOGAF Business Scenarios? a) Business Scenarios describe a method for deriving business requirements for architecture and the implied technical requirements b) Business Scenarios define requirements for sharing information and services within an organisation c) Business Scenarios are principally used during the Architecture Vision and Business Architecture phases of the ADM. d) Business Scenarios describe a business process and application, the business and technology environment, the actors and the desired outcome of proper execution e) A good business scenario is Specific, Measureable, Actionable, Realistic and Time-bound. Correct Answer: (b)
2: What determines the scope and level of detail when developing the Baseline Business Architecture in TOGAF Phase B?
a) The available budget for the project b) The extent to which existing business elements will be retained and the existence of prior Architecture Descriptions c) The number of stakeholders involved in the project d) The technical complexity of the architecture
Correct Answer: b) The extent to which existing business elements will be retained and the existence of prior Architecture Descriptions
3: What is the main purpose of the Target Business Architecture in TOGAF Phase B?
a) To define the current architecture baseline b) To describe the necessary Business Architecture to support the Architecture Vision c) To outline the constraints of the existing business models d) To decide on the final implementation approach for the architecture
Correct Answer: b) To describe the necessary Business Architecture to support the Architecture Vision
Alternative : Which of the following is not true of Principles in TOGAF? a) Architecture Principles maybe established at one or all three levels of enterprise, Information Technology and Architecture b) Principles are developed by the lead enterprise architect in conjunction with the CIO, Architecture Board and other key stakeholders c) Principles must be Understandable, Robust, Complete, Consistent and Stable d) The Components of Architecture Principles are Name, Statement, Rationale, Implications and Risks and Issues. e) Principles are inter-related and need to be applied as a set. Principles will sometimes compete. Correct Answer: (d)
Alternate: Refer to the information below: Output & Outcome: A deliverable container for the core architectural artifacts created during a project and for important related information Input: Business principles, business goals, and business drivers Phase: ? Which ADM phase(s) does this describe?
Phases B, C and DPhase DPhase CCorrect answerPhase BOverall explanation
Phase B, Business Architecture, is the phase where the business strategy, goals, and drivers are analyzed and translated into architectural components. The output would be the core architectural artifacts related to the business perspective of the enterprise. Reference: https://pubs.opengroup.org/togaf-standard/adm/chap04.html
Alternate: In the context of defining architecture principles, which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of a well-defined principle?
It is clearly articulated and unambiguous.
It is enduring, yet flexible enough to adapt to changes.
It provides guidance and supports decision-making.
Correct answer
It is defined in Phase B to make a clear alignment between Business Principles and Architecture Principles.
Overall explanation
Architecture principles should be defined in Preliminary Phase. They should provide clear, enduring guidance that can adapt to changes and support decision-making.
Reference: https://pubs.opengroup.org/togaf-standard/adm-techniques/chap02.html
4: Which resource should be referenced when identifying relevant Business Architecture building blocks for both the Baseline and Target Business Architectures in TOGAF Phase B?
a) The organization's budget reports b) The Architecture Repository c) The project management guide d) Stakeholder requirements document
Correct Answer: b) The Architecture Repository
Alternative: Which one of the following is not a characteristic of a building block? a) Building blocks are potentially reusable component of business, IT or architectural capability b) Building blocks cannot be decomposed into smaller supporting building blocks c) Building blocks can be combined with other building blocks to deliver architectures and solutions d) Building blocks can consist just of name or an outline description e) Building blocks can be defined at various levels of detail. Correct Answer: (b)
Alternative: When executing the ADM, when should you consider the re-use of architectural artifacts stored in the Architecture Repository? A. In Phase A, when determining the architectural vision. B. When executing Requirements Management you need to consider which artifacts are available for the phase that feeds into this. C. At relevant places throughout the ADM, there are reminders to consider which architecture assets from the Architecture Repository you should use. D. In every phase, you need to consider re-using existing artifacts. E. You only need to consider these during Phases B, C and D since this is when you are defining new architectures. Correct Answer: (C)
5: When is it necessary to create new models during the development of the Baseline or Target Business Architecture in TOGAF Phase B?
a) When the stakeholders have no concerns b) When existing models cannot be adapted to meet stakeholder concerns c) When there is no Architecture Repository available d) When the architecture project is nearing completion
Correct Answer: b) When existing models cannot be adapted to meet stakeholder concerns
Step 4 & 5:
3: Perform Gap Analysis and Define Candidata Roadmap Components
1: What is the purpose of performing a gap analysis in TOGAF Phase B?
a) To identify discrepancies between the Baseline and Target Architectures b) To create new business models c) To finalize the architecture roadmap d) To define the business vision
Correct Answer: a) To identify discrepancies between the Baseline and Target Architectures
Alternative : TOGAF states the basic premise of Gap Analysis is to: a) Highlight a shortfall between the Baseline Architecture and the Target Architecture b) Highlight stakeholders which have not been addressed c) Validate an architecture to consider what may have been forgotten d) Compare Baseline Architecture ABBs with Target Architecture ABBs identifying the building blocks which are ‘New, Eliminated and Included’ e) Identify potential sources of gaps from the business, data, applications and technology domains. Correct Annswer (a)
Alternate: When conducting gap analysis in TOGAF, why is it essential to consider both the current and target architectures?Because the current architecture is always outdated and needs replacement.Correct answerTo understand the discrepancies and derive the necessary work packages for transition.To ensure that the target architecture is more viable than the current one in the long term.Because the target architecture is always the latest version of the current architecture.Overall explanation
Gap analysis is about understanding the differences between the current and target architectures. By analyzing both, architects can identify what needs to change and subsequently develop work packages or plans to bridge the gap.
Reference: https://pubs.opengroup.org/togaf-standard/adm-techniques/chap05.html
2: Which of the following is essential when verifying architecture models in TOGAF Phase B?
a) Ensuring stakeholder engagement b) Testing models for scalability c) Checking internal consistency and accuracy of the models d) Identifying potential budget constraints
Correct Answer: c) Checking internal consistency and accuracy of the models
3: How do you ensure completeness in the architecture models during TOGAF Phase B?
a) By comparing the models against technical constraints b) By conducting trade-off analysis c) By testing models against business requirements d) By aligning models with the stakeholder concerns
Correct Answer: c) By testing models against business requirements
4: What is the primary purpose of the Business Architecture Roadmap in TOGAF Phase B?
a) To define specific IT solutions b) To prioritize activities and guide upcoming phases c) To resolve technical implementation challenges d) To establish financial projections for the project
Correct Answer: b) To prioritize activities and guide upcoming phases
5: What happens to the Business Architecture Roadmap after its initial creation in TOGAF Phase B?
a) It is discarded once the architecture vision is finalized b) It evolves into a cross-functional, detailed plan during later phases c) It remains static and does not change throughout the project d) It is used solely by the IT team for implementation
Correct Answer: b) It evolves into a cross-functional, detailed plan during later phases
Steps 6 & 7:
4: Resolve Impacts Across Achitecture Landscape and Conduct Formal Stakeholder Review
1: Why is it important to assess broader impacts after finalizing the Business Architecture in TOGAF Phase B?
a) To ensure compliance with financial regulations b) To evaluate its effects on other parts of the Architecture Landscape c) To create new technical models d) To identify potential project sponsors
Correct Answer: b) To evaluate its effects on other parts of the Architecture Landscape
Alternatives: In which Phases of the ADM are impacts across the architecture landscape resolved? A. Phases A, B and C. B. Phases P, A, B and C. C. Phases B, C and D. D. Phases B, C, D and E. E. Phases E and F. Correct Answer: (C)
2: What is one key consideration when assessing the impact of the Business Architecture on existing architectures?
a) Whether the Business Architecture affects ongoing financial plans b) Whether new Business Architecture affects pre-existing architectures c) Whether the Business Architecture impacts software testing procedures d) Whether it affects team member responsibilities
Correct Answer: b) Whether new Business Architecture affects pre-existing architectures
3: When should refinement of the Business Architecture be considered during TOGAF Phase B?
a) After reviewing its alignment with financial goals b) If the Business Architecture impacts ongoing projects c) After conducting a formal stakeholder review and determining it does not fully meet the project's objectives d) If no architecture models are available
Correct Answer: c) After conducting a formal stakeholder review and determining it does not fully meet the project's objectives
Alternative: Which Phase of the ADM describes the defining scope and identification of stakeholders? a) Opportunities and Solutions b) Architecture Vision c) Preliminary Phase d) This activity occurs outside of the ADM e) Requirements management. Correct Answer: (b)
Alternative: :he ADM supports the concept of iteration in which of the following ways? A. You can move from one phase to the next following the arrows and completing a full cycle of the ADM as many times as is needed to fully develop your architecture, but you can never go back to a previous phase. B. You can only iterate between the Business, Application, Data and Technology architecture development phases; you must execute the other phases in sequence. C. Once a Phase has been completed you must continue around the ADM until you arrive back at that phase if you want to make additional architectural enhancements. D. You can iterate around the ADM and within a single phase as many times as you like, as well as jumping back to a previously completed phase over and over again. E. You can repeat activities within any phase over and over again and then proceed to the next phase. Correct Answer: B
4: What is the purpose of revisiting the original goals and motivations during the formal stakeholder review?
a) To adjust the architecture budget b) To ensure that the proposed Business Architecture aligns with the Statement of Architecture Work c) To refine the technical architecture d) To improve data processing models
Correct Answer: b) To ensure that the proposed Business Architecture aligns with the Statement of Architecture Work
5: Which of the following is assessed during the stakeholder review to determine the "fitness for purpose" of the Business Architecture?
a) Its ability to align with financial objectives b) Its capacity to support work in other architectural domains like Data, Application, and Technology Architectures c) Its ability to integrate with external vendors d) Its relevance to employee training programs
Correct Answer: b) Its capacity to support work in other architectural domains like Data, Application, and Technology Architectures
Steps 8 & 9:
5: Finalize Business Architecure and Create/Update the Architecture Definition Documents
1: What is a key step in finalizing the Business Architecture in TOGAF Phase B?
a) Adjusting the company’s financial budget b) Selecting standards for Business Architecture building blocks c) Creating new business goals d) Deleting previous architectural descriptions
Correct Answer: b) Selecting standards for Business Architecture building blocks
2: What should be prepared to ensure that all business requirements are addressed in the final Business Architecture?
a) Budget report b) Requirements Traceability Report c) New Business Models d) Technical architecture plan
Correct Answer: b) Requirements Traceability Report
3:Which of the following ensures alignment between the Business Architecture and business goals during the finalization stage?
a) Cross-checking the architecture against business goals b) Running simulations on data models c) Performing a financial audit d) Holding stakeholder interviews
Correct Answer: a) Cross-checking the architecture against business goals
4: What is the purpose of the Architecture Definition Document in TOGAF Phase B?
a) To justify the business case for the architecture project b) To provide a rationale for decisions made regarding building blocks c) To list stakeholders' concerns d) To document financial projections
Correct Answer: b) To provide a rationale for decisions made regarding building blocks
Alterrnative: Which of the following is incorrect when describing Architecture Deliverables? a) Architecture Deliverables contain Artifacts b) Artifacts within deliverables may include Catalogs, Matrices and Diagrams c) An Architecture Definition Document is an architectural deliverable d) Architecture Deliverables may be composed of more than one artifact e) Deliverables cannot be used as building blocks. Correct Answer: (e)
Alternative: What is an architectural work product referred to that comes in one of three types: Catalogue, Matrix or Diagram? A. A Deliverable B. A Building Block C. An Artifact D. A Work Item E. An Architectural Output. Correct Answer: C
5: Which tool is often used in the Architecture Definition Document to provide stakeholders with a clearer understanding of key architectural views?
a) Financial spreadsheets b) Business goals mapping tool c) Modeling tools d) Gap analysis reports
Correct Answer: c) Modeling tools
Alternative: Which of the following describes an architecture from a specific view point? a) A deliverable b) A building block c) An Architectural Building Block d) An artifact e) A Solution Building Block. Correct Answer: (d)
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