Phase H
Architecture Change Management
1: Establish Value Realization Process
Question 1
What is the primary objective of Phase H in the architecture development process?
A) Create new marketing strategies B) Ensure that the architecture development cycle is maintained C) Develop training programs for employees D) Evaluate financial performance
Correct Answer: B) Ensure that the architecture development cycle is maintained
Question 2
Which of the following is NOT an input to Phase H?
A) Architecture Vision B) Marketing Plan C) Implementation and Migration Plan D) Change Requests
Correct Answer: B) Marketing Plan
Question 3
What does the Architecture Governance Framework aim to ensure during Phase H?
A) The elimination of all existing systems B) The execution of governance processes related to architecture C) The development of new employee policies D) The creation of marketing campaigns
Correct Answer: B) The execution of governance processes related to architecture
Question 4
What is included in the Organizational Model for Enterprise Architecture?
A) Only the budget requirements B) Maturity assessment, gaps, and resolution approach C) A list of all employees D) Current project timelines
Correct Answer: B) Maturity assessment, gaps, and resolution approach
Question 5
Which step in Phase H involves activating the process to implement change?
A) Establish Value Realization Process B) Deploy Monitoring Tools C) Manage Governance Process D) Activate the Process to Implement Change
Correct Answer: D) Activate the Process to Implement Change
Question 6
What is the purpose of deploying monitoring tools in Phase H?
A) To evaluate employee performance B) To track the effectiveness of the architecture and ensure it meets performance targets C) To document existing systems D) To create marketing strategies
Correct Answer: B) To track the effectiveness of the architecture and ensure it meets performance targets
Question 7
What should the value realization process in Phase H focus on?
A) Increasing the budget for projects B) Ensuring that architecture adds measurable business value C) Reducing employee headcount D) Simplifying the organizational structure
Correct Answer: B) Ensuring that architecture adds measurable business value
Question 8
Which of the following is an input to Phase H that relates to business changes?
A) Technology withdrawal reports B) Business technology innovations C) Asset management cost reduction initiatives D) New technology reports
Correct Answer: B) Business technology innovations
Question 9
Which step in Phase H is concerned with managing risks?
A) Establish Value Realization Process B) Manage Risks C) Provide Analysis for Architecture Change Management D) Develop Change Requirements to Meet Performance Targets
Correct Answer: B) Manage Risks
Question 10
What is the primary goal of establishing a value realization process in Enterprise Architecture?
A) To develop new software applications B) To influence business projects for value realization outcomes C) To reduce operational costs D) To enhance marketing strategies
Correct Answer: B) To influence business projects for value realization outcomes
Question 11
Which of the following best describes "value realization" in the context of Enterprise Architecture?
A) Increasing the budget for IT projects B) Ensuring that architecture delivers measurable benefits to the organization C) Focusing solely on compliance requirements D) Documenting existing systems and processes
Correct Answer: B) Ensuring that architecture delivers measurable benefits to the organization
Question 12
How can the value realization process impact business projects?
A) By eliminating all existing projects B) By aligning projects with the strategic goals of the Enterprise Architecture C) By prioritizing non-essential changes D) By focusing exclusively on technology upgrades
Correct Answer: B) By aligning projects with the strategic goals of the Enterprise Architecture
Question 13
What is a key activity in influencing business projects for value realization?
A) Developing a new employee training program B) Communicating the benefits of the Enterprise Architecture to stakeholders C) Conducting financial audits D) Streamlining human resources processes
Correct Answer: B) Communicating the benefits of the Enterprise Architecture to stakeholders
Question 14
Which outcome is a primary focus of the value realization process?
A) Increased headcount in IT departments B) Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction and business performance C) Decreased project timelines D) Simplified documentation processes
Correct Answer: B) Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction and business performance
Question 15
To effectively establish a value realization process, what should organizations do?
A) Ignore feedback from business units B) Regularly assess the impact of architecture on business outcomes C) Focus solely on technical implementations D) Limit communication with stakeholders
Correct Answer: B) Regularly assess the impact of architecture on business outcomes
Question 16
What role does communication play in the value realization process?
A) It is not important B) It helps in promoting the Enterprise Architecture’s benefits and securing stakeholder buy-in C) It complicates the implementation process D) It should be avoided to reduce confusion
Correct Answer: B) It helps in promoting the Enterprise Architecture’s benefits and securing stakeholder buy-in
2: Deploy Monitoring Tools
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of deploying monitoring tools in the context of Enterprise Architecture?
A) To simplify the documentation process B) To enable effective tracking and assessment of various architecture-related factors C) To reduce the budget for IT projects D) To eliminate the need for stakeholder communication
Correct Answer: B) To enable effective tracking and assessment of various architecture-related factors
Question 2
Which of the following is NOT a focus area for monitoring tools in Enterprise Architecture?
A) Tracking technology changes impacting the Baseline Architecture B) Monitoring employee performance reviews C) Assessing business changes that could affect the Baseline Architecture D) Evaluating business value and investment metrics
Correct Answer: B) Monitoring employee performance reviews
Question 3
Why is it important to monitor technology changes in relation to the Baseline Architecture?
A) To ensure compliance with marketing strategies B) To identify potential impacts and necessary adjustments to the architecture C) To maintain the status quo of existing systems D) To reduce IT expenditures
Correct Answer: B) To identify potential impacts and necessary adjustments to the architecture
Question 4
What is meant by "business value tracking" in the context of monitoring tools?
A) Keeping a record of employee hours worked B) Using investment appraisal methods to determine value metrics aligned with business objectives C) Monitoring social media engagement D) Evaluating only financial reports
Correct Answer: B) Using investment appraisal methods to determine value metrics aligned with business objectives
Question 5
Which aspect of Enterprise Architecture does monitoring capability maturity focus on?
A) The effectiveness of marketing campaigns B) The growth and improvement of the architecture practice within the organization C) The number of IT projects initiated D) Employee satisfaction levels
Correct Answer: B) The growth and improvement of the architecture practice within the organization
Question 6
Monitoring which of the following is essential for ensuring business continuity?
A) Employee productivity B) Quality of Service (QoS) performances and usage C) Social media interactions D) Customer satisfaction surveys
Correct Answer: B) Quality of Service (QoS) performances and usage
Question 7
What is the significance of tracking asset management programs?
A) To monitor employee attendance B) To evaluate the effectiveness and utilization of organizational assets C) To assess marketing strategies D) To streamline communication within teams
Correct Answer: B) To evaluate the effectiveness and utilization of organizational assets
Question 8
What should organizations determine and track to ensure resilience in their operations?
A) Annual budget changes B) Business continuity requirements C) Employee turnover rates D) Social media presence
Correct Answer: B) Business continuity requirements
3: Manage Risks
Question 1
What is the primary focus of risk management in Enterprise Architecture?
A) To increase project budgets B) To identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact architectural objectives C) To streamline employee performance reviews D) To enhance marketing strategies
Correct Answer: B) To identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact architectural objectives
Question 2
Which of the following is a key step in managing risks related to Enterprise Architecture?
A) Ignoring feedback from stakeholders B) Conducting a comprehensive risk assessment and analysis C) Reducing communication with IT teams D) Eliminating all change initiatives
Correct Answer: B) Conducting a comprehensive risk assessment and analysis
Question 3
Why is it important to provide recommendations for IT strategy when managing risks?
A) To justify increased spending on IT B) To ensure that the IT strategy aligns with architectural goals and mitigates identified risks C) To eliminate the need for an IT governance framework D) To focus solely on technology upgrades
Correct Answer: B) To ensure that the IT strategy aligns with architectural goals and mitigates identified risks
Question 4
What is one common approach to mitigating risks in Enterprise Architecture?
A) Increasing the number of concurrent projects B) Establishing clear governance frameworks and processes C) Avoiding communication with business units D) Reducing the involvement of stakeholders in decision-making
Correct Answer: B) Establishing clear governance frameworks and processes
Question 5
What should be regularly updated as part of the risk management process in Enterprise Architecture?
A) The company’s social media policies B) The risk assessment and mitigation strategies based on evolving business and technology landscapes C) Employee satisfaction surveys D) Marketing materials
Correct Answer: B) The risk assessment and mitigation strategies based on evolving business and technology landscapes
Question 6
Which type of risk might impact the success of an Enterprise Architecture initiative?
A) Changes in organizational culture B) Increased employee benefits C) Growth in the number of employees D) Seasonal marketing campaigns
Correct Answer: A) Changes in organizational culture
Question 7
How can Enterprise Architects effectively communicate risks to stakeholders?
A) By using technical jargon without context B) By presenting clear and actionable insights in a language understandable to business leaders C) By avoiding discussions about risks altogether D) By focusing solely on positive outcomes
Correct Answer: B) By presenting clear and actionable insights in a language understandable to business leaders
Question 8
What role does continuous monitoring play in managing risks within Enterprise Architecture?
A) It has no significant impact B) It helps in identifying new risks and adjusting strategies proactively C) It complicates the decision-making process D) It is only necessary during project initiation
Correct Answer: B) It helps in identifying new risks and adjusting strategies proactively
4: Provide Analysis for Architecture Change Management
Question 1
What is a key component of architecture change management?
A) Ignoring performance metrics B) Analyzing performance and conducting reviews C) Reducing communication with service management teams D) Focusing solely on technology upgrades
Correct Answer: B) Analyzing performance and conducting reviews
Question 2
When conducting Enterprise Architecture performance reviews, what should be primarily assessed?
A) Employee attendance records B) Service management effectiveness and alignment with architectural goals C) Marketing campaign effectiveness D) Social media engagement metrics
Correct Answer: B) Service management effectiveness and alignment with architectural goals
Question 3
Why is it important to assess Change Requests in the context of architecture change management?
A) To eliminate unnecessary changes B) To ensure expected value realization and meet SLA expectations of customers C) To simplify the approval process D) To increase the number of ongoing projects
Correct Answer: B) To ensure expected value realization and meet SLA expectations of customers
Question 4
What does a gap analysis of Enterprise Architecture performance aim to identify?
A) New marketing strategies B) Discrepancies between current performance and desired outcomes C) Employee skill gaps D) Budget overruns in unrelated projects
Correct Answer: B) Discrepancies between current performance and desired outcomes
Question 5
How should change management requests be managed within an Enterprise Architecture framework?
A) By bypassing the governance framework for speed B) By ensuring they adhere to the established Enterprise Architecture Governance and framework C) By focusing only on technology changes D) By only assessing changes post-implementation
Correct Answer: B) By ensuring they adhere to the established Enterprise Architecture Governance and framework
Question 6
What is the role of Service-Level Agreements (SLAs) in architecture change management?
A) To create marketing materials B) To define performance expectations and ensure customer satisfaction C) To limit communication between teams D) To eliminate performance reviews
Correct Answer: B) To define performance expectations and ensure customer satisfaction
Question 7
What is an essential step when analyzing architecture performance?
A) Ignoring past performance data B) Conducting regular performance reviews with service management stakeholders C) Focusing only on new projects D) Avoiding collaboration with business units
Correct Answer: B) Conducting regular performance reviews with service management stakeholders
Question 8
In the context of change management, what should be the focus when evaluating Change Requests?
A) The number of requests received B) The potential impact on existing architectures and value realization C) The speed of processing requests D) The involvement of all employees
Correct Answer: B) The potential impact on existing architectures and value realization
5: Develop Change Requirements to Meet Performance Targets
Question 1
What is the primary goal of developing change requirements in the context of performance targets?
A) To maintain the status quo B) To identify necessary adjustments that enhance performance and meet objectives C) To increase the number of projects without evaluation D) To focus solely on technological advancements
Correct Answer: B) To identify necessary adjustments that enhance performance and meet objectives
Question 2
Which of the following is an important step in making recommendations for change requirements?
A) Ignoring stakeholder input B) Conducting a thorough analysis of current performance metrics C) Reducing communication with team members D) Focusing only on future projects without considering existing systems
Correct Answer: B) Conducting a thorough analysis of current performance metrics
Question 3
When developing a position to act on change requirements, what should be prioritized?
A) Personal preferences of team members B) Alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations C) Historical practices regardless of their effectiveness D) Reducing costs without consideration of value
Correct Answer: B) Alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations
Question 4
How can change requirements be effectively communicated to stakeholders?
A) Using technical jargon and complex language B) Presenting clear, concise, and actionable insights C) Focusing only on the negative impacts of change D) Avoiding discussions with stakeholders
Correct Answer: B) Presenting clear, concise, and actionable insights
Question 5
What should be included in the recommendations for change requirements?
A) Vague suggestions without supporting data B) Specific, measurable actions that address identified gaps and performance targets C) Only high-level goals without details D) Proposals that contradict existing policies
Correct Answer: B) Specific, measurable actions that address identified gaps and performance targets
Question 6
Why is stakeholder engagement crucial when developing change requirements?
A) It complicates the decision-making process B) It ensures that the proposed changes meet actual needs and gain support C) It creates delays in the implementation process D) It is not necessary for technical changes
Correct Answer: B) It ensures that the proposed changes meet actual needs and gain support
Question 7
What is a potential outcome of effectively developing and implementing change requirements?
A) Increased resistance to change B) Improved performance and achievement of strategic objectives C) Greater confusion among team members D) Lower engagement from stakeholders
Correct Answer: B) Improved performance and achievement of strategic objectives
Question 8
Which factor should be considered when assessing the feasibility of change requirements?
A) The popularity of the change among the general public B) Available resources, including time, budget, and skills C) Historical trends unrelated to the current situation D) Personal opinions of the management team
Correct Answer: B) Available resources, including time, budget, and skills
6: Manage Governance Process
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of arranging a meeting of the Architecture Board?
A) To socialize among team members B) To decide on handling changes related to technology and business C) To conduct performance reviews for individual team members D) To discuss unrelated organizational issues
Correct Answer: B) To decide on handling changes related to technology and business
Question 2
Which of the following is a key responsibility of the Architecture Board during their meetings?
A) Ignoring stakeholder feedback B) Reviewing and approving architecture-related changes and dispensations C) Focusing solely on budget issues D) Discussing daily operational tasks
Correct Answer: B) Reviewing and approving architecture-related changes and dispensations
Question 3
What should be the main agenda item for the Architecture Board meeting focused on governance?
A) Team-building exercises B) Strategic discussions on architectural integrity and change management C) Updates on unrelated projects D) Planning social events
Correct Answer: B) Strategic discussions on architectural integrity and change management
Question 4
How can the effectiveness of the governance process be measured?
A) By the number of meetings held B) By evaluating the outcomes of decisions made regarding architecture changes C) By the duration of meetings D) By the number of attendees at each meeting
Correct Answer: B) By evaluating the outcomes of decisions made regarding architecture changes
Question 5
What role does stakeholder engagement play in the governance process?
A) It complicates decision-making B) It ensures diverse perspectives are considered in architectural decisions C) It is not relevant to governance D) It slows down the approval process
Correct Answer: B) It ensures diverse perspectives are considered in architectural decisions
Question 6
Which of the following actions is NOT typically part of managing the governance process for architecture?
A) Setting clear guidelines for decision-making B) Avoiding documentation of decisions C) Regularly reviewing compliance with architectural standards D) Facilitating communication among stakeholders
Correct Answer: B) Avoiding documentation of decisions
Question 7
When handling changes, what is an essential factor the Architecture Board should consider?
A) Only the opinions of senior management B) The potential impact of changes on existing architecture and business processes C) Historical decisions that may no longer be relevant D) The popularity of the changes among employees
Correct Answer: B) The potential impact of changes on existing architecture and business processes
Question 8
What is one benefit of having a structured governance framework in place for architecture?
A) Increased chances of conflicting decisions B) Enhanced accountability and clarity in decision-making processes C) Decreased collaboration among teams D) More meetings with less focus
Correct Answer: B) Enhanced accountability and clarity in decision-making processes
7: Activate the Process to Implement Change
Question 1
What is the first step in activating the architecture process to implement change?
A) Begin implementing changes without documentation B) Produce a new Request for Architecture Work and request for investment C) Hold a team-building event D) Ignore previous architecture documentation
Correct Answer: B) Produce a new Request for Architecture Work and request for investment
Question 2
Why is it important to document changes in the Architecture Repository?
A) To create unnecessary paperwork B) To ensure that all stakeholders are informed and that historical decisions are preserved C) To reduce the amount of communication required D) To eliminate the need for future governance
Correct Answer: B) To ensure that all stakeholders are informed and that historical decisions are preserved
Question 3
What should be included in the new Request for Architecture Work?
A) Personal opinions of team members B) Detailed descriptions of the proposed changes, their impacts, and required resources C) Only the expected financial costs D) Vague references to previous projects
Correct Answer: B) Detailed descriptions of the proposed changes, their impacts, and required resources
Question 4
Which of the following actions is essential after changes are implemented in the architecture process?
A) Disregarding the effects of the changes B) Ensuring that changes are communicated only to top management C) Capturing and documenting changes in the Architecture Repository D) Holding a meeting without an agenda
Correct Answer: C) Capturing and documenting changes in the Architecture Repository
Question 5
What is a potential consequence of failing to document changes in the Architecture Repository?
A) Improved communication among teams B) Loss of historical context and confusion in future decision-making C) Enhanced clarity of the architecture D) Increased accountability among stakeholders
Correct Answer: B) Loss of historical context and confusion in future decision-making
Question 6
Why is it necessary to request investment when activating changes?
A) To ensure financial resources are allocated for the proposed changes B) To avoid accountability for decisions made C) To minimize stakeholder involvement D) To maintain existing processes without alteration
Correct Answer: A) To ensure financial resources are allocated for the proposed changes
Question 7
What should the team do to ensure that the Request for Architecture Work aligns with organizational goals?
A) Focus solely on technological advancements B) Consult with stakeholders and align the request with strategic objectives C) Ignore feedback from business units D) Rely on past practices without evaluation
Correct Answer: B) Consult with stakeholders and align the request with strategic objectives
Question 8
What role does the Architecture Repository play in the change implementation process?
A) It serves as a temporary storage for documents B) It provides a centralized location for tracking all architecture-related changes and decisions C) It is used solely for compliance audits D) It is not relevant to the change implementation process
Correct Answer: B) It provides a centralized location for tracking all architecture-related changes and decisions
Additional Questions
Question 1
Which of the following is NOT an output of Phase H?
A) Architecture updates B) New Request for Architecture Work C) Detailed project plans for implementation D) Compliance Assessments
Correct Answer: C) Detailed project plans for implementation
Question 2
What is the primary goal of the architecture change management process in Phase H?
A) To create new architectures from scratch B) To ensure the architecture achieves its original target business value C) To eliminate all risks associated with architecture changes D) To solely focus on technology changes
Correct Answer: B) To ensure the architecture achieves its original target business value
Question 3
What role does monitoring business growth and decline play in Phase H?
A) It helps in reducing costs without any analysis B) It allows for continual assessment of the architecture's relevance and effectiveness C) It focuses solely on historical data without considering future needs D) It is irrelevant to the architecture change management process
Correct Answer: B) It allows for continual assessment of the architecture's relevance and effectiveness
Question 4
What should the governance body establish criteria for in Phase H?
A) Determining the aesthetics of the architecture B) Judging whether a Change Request warrants an architecture update or a new ADM cycle C) Limiting the number of changes allowed D) Avoiding all technology-related changes
Correct Answer: B) Judging whether a Change Request warrants an architecture update or a new ADM cycle
Question 5
What is the significance of the Architecture Compliance report in Phase H?
A) It serves as a marketing tool for the architecture team B) It assesses whether a change aligns with the current architecture C) It is used to propose entirely new architectural solutions D) It focuses solely on technology compliance without considering business objectives
Correct Answer: B) It assesses whether a change aligns with the current architecture
Question 6
How does the architecture change management process relate to governance?
A) It operates independently of governance processes B) It is closely related to Architecture Governance and the management of the Architecture Contract C) It replaces the need for governance D) It only concerns technological aspects, ignoring governance
Correct Answer: B) It is closely related to Architecture Governance and the management of the Architecture Contract
Question 7
What is "creeping elegance" in the context of architecture change management?
A) The continuous improvement of the architecture without clear direction B) A design trend that involves making minor adjustments over time C) A process that enhances stakeholder engagement D) A strategy for avoiding technical debt
Correct Answer: A) The continuous improvement of the architecture without clear direction
Question 8
What does the architecture change management process aim to establish for the Enterprise Architecture?
A) A rigid structure that cannot adapt to changes B) A dynamic architecture that can rapidly evolve with technology and business changes C) An inflexible governance model D) A solely technology-focused approach
Correct Answer: B) A dynamic architecture that can rapidly evolve with technology and business changes
Question 1
What is the main purpose of developing Enterprise Architecture?
A) To maintain existing infrastructure B) To achieve corporate capabilities through strategic direction C) To focus solely on bottom-up changes D) To create isolated technology solutions
Correct Answer: B) To achieve corporate capabilities through strategic direction
Question 2
Which of the following represents a bottom-up driver for change?
A) Strategic initiatives for new capabilities B) Ongoing projects that enhance functionality C) New technology reports D) Capital investments in infrastructure
Correct Answer: B) Ongoing projects that enhance functionality
Question 3
What role does the Governance process play in handling Requests for Change (RFC)?
A) It ignores previous lessons learned B) It coordinates and assesses RFCs to ensure alignment with architecture C) It focuses exclusively on technological advancements D) It decentralizes the decision-making process
Correct Answer: B) It coordinates and assesses RFCs to ensure alignment with architecture
Question 4
Why is a lessons learned process important in Enterprise Architecture?
A) It ensures that mistakes are repeated B) It allows for continual improvement by learning from past experiences C) It only focuses on strategic-level lessons D) It discourages feedback from team members
Correct Answer: B) It allows for continual improvement by learning from past experiences
Question 5
What is a potential challenge for the Architecture Board when handling RFCs?
A) Deciding whether to disregard known problems B) Determining if a Transition Architecture project will resolve the issue C) Approving all RFCs without assessment D) Isolating innovative solutions from architecture considerations
Correct Answer: B) Determining if a Transition Architecture project will resolve the issue
Question 6
Which of the following is a technology-related driver for architecture Change Requests?
A) Business innovations B) Business-as-usual developments C) Technology withdrawal D) Strategic change
Correct Answer: C) Technology withdrawal
Question 7
What can often result from business drivers for architecture change?
A) Simple updates to existing documentation B) A complete re-development of the architecture C) Reductions in operational costs D) Technology assessments
Correct Answer: B) A complete re-development of the architecture
Question 8
What should an effective Governance process facilitate when it comes to Requests for Change?
A) Limiting the number of RFCs received B) Comprehensive assessment and integration of change requests C) Excluding lessons learned from past projects D) Solely focusing on cost-cutting measures
Correct Answer: B) Comprehensive assessment and integration of change requests
Question 1
What is the primary goal of the Enterprise Architecture change management process?
A) To implement new technologies without assessment B) To manage changes effectively using suitable techniques and methodologies C) To ignore changes that occur during migration D) To limit the number of architecture changes
Correct Answer: B) To manage changes effectively using suitable techniques and methodologies
Question 2
Which of the following methodologies can be used in the change management process for Enterprise Architecture?
A) Only PRINCE2 B) ITIL, Catalyst, and project management methods C) Only service management methods D) None of the above
Correct Answer: B) ITIL, Catalyst, and project management methods
Question 3
What is a simplification change in the context of Enterprise Architecture?
A) A change that requires a complete overhaul of the architecture B) A change aimed at reducing investment in the architecture C) A change that introduces new capabilities D) A change that has no impact on the architecture
Correct Answer: B) A change aimed at reducing investment in the architecture
Question 4
Which type of change may require partial re-architecting depending on its nature?
A) Simplification change B) Incremental change C) Re-architecting change D) Maintenance change
Correct Answer: B) Incremental change
Question 5
What should be done to determine the type of change (simplification, incremental, or re-architecting)?
A) Ignore the impacts of the change B) Register all events that may impact the architecture and evaluate their impacts C) Implement changes without analysis D) Delegate all changes to external consultants
Correct Answer: B) Register all events that may impact the architecture and evaluate their impacts
Question 6
Which of the following best describes a re-architecting change?
A) It requires minimal adjustments to existing architecture. B) It necessitates putting the entire architecture through the development cycle again. C) It is driven by a need to reduce operational costs. D) It focuses solely on enhancing current functionalities.
Correct Answer: B) It necessitates putting the entire architecture through the development cycle again.
Question 7
Why might an enterprise adapt an existing change management process for architecture?
A) To create a completely new process from scratch B) To leverage established methods and streamline architecture changes C) To avoid any form of management D) To focus only on technology changes
Correct Answer: B) To leverage established methods and streamline architecture changes
Question 8
What is the filtering function in the Enterprise Architecture change management process designed to do?
A) Determine which phases of the architecture development process are unaffected by changes B) Ignore changes that do not affect architecture development C) Identify changes that only impact migration phases D) Assess all changes without distinction
Correct Answer: A) Determine which phases of the architecture development process are unaffected by changes
Question 1
When is a change likely to require an architecture redesign and re-entry to the ADM?
A) If it impacts only one stakeholder B) If it impacts two stakeholders or more C) If it can be managed under a dispensation D) If it is minor and does not require documentation
Correct Answer: B) If it impacts two stakeholders or more
Question 2
What type of change is likely a candidate for change management?
A) A change that significantly alters business strategy B) A change that impacts only one stakeholder C) A change that affects the entire organization D) A change that involves new regulatory standards
Correct Answer: B) A change that impacts only one stakeholder
Question 3
If a new technology or standard emerges that requires changes, what type of change might this indicate?
A) Re-architecting change B) Incremental change C) Simplification change D) No change required
Correct Answer: B) Incremental change
Question 4
What kind of change might be handled as a simplification change?
A) Significant updates to the business strategy B) Changes that reduce ten systems to one at the infrastructure level C) Adoption of a new regulatory standard D) A complete overhaul of the Enterprise Architecture
Correct Answer: B) Changes that reduce ten systems to one at the infrastructure level
Question 5
When might a refreshment cycle be required?
A) When there is no change in business strategy B) If significant standards used in the product architecture change C) When only minor updates are needed D) If all stakeholders agree on the current architecture
Correct Answer: B) If significant standards used in the product architecture change
Question 6
What must occur if a refreshment cycle is needed?
A) No action is necessary B) A new Request for Architecture Work must be issued C) Stakeholders must be informed D) An external consultant must be hired
Correct Answer: B) A new Request for Architecture Work must be issued
Question 7
If the change can be allowed under a dispensation, what is it more likely to be?
A) A candidate for architecture redesign B) A candidate for change management C) An urgent change D) A minor adjustment with no impact
Correct Answer: B) A candidate for change management
Question 8
What happens if a change has a significant impact on business strategy?
A) It requires no changes to the architecture B) It may necessitate a complete re-architecting of the Enterprise Architecture C) It is automatically classified as a simplification change D) It can be handled without further analysis
Correct Answer: B) It may necessitate a complete re-architecting of the Enterprise Architecture
Question 1: In TOGAF, how does the Architectural Maturity Model relate to the Architecture Capability Framework?
A: The Maturity Model is a subset of the Capability Framework.
B: The two are unrelated and serve different purposes.
C: The Capability Framework provides the tools and practices, while the Maturity Model assesses their effectiveness.
D: The Maturity Model defines the Capability Framework.
Explanation: The Architecture Capability Framework in TOGAF provides the tools, practices, roles, and responsibilities for establishing an architecture practice. The Architectural Maturity Model, on the other hand, is used to assess the effectiveness and maturity of these practices and processes. Reference: https://pubs.opengroup.org/togaf-standard/architecture-maturity-models/
Question 2: In which ADM phase is the goal to ensure that the architecture achieves its original target business value?
A: E
B: F
C: G
D: H - Architecture Change Management
E: Preliminary
Question 3: Which one of the following best describes the purpose of the change request?
A: to act as a deliverable container for artifacts created during a project
B: to request a dispensation or to kick-start a further cycle of architecture work
C: to ensure that information is communicated to the right stakeholder at the right time
D: to review project progress and ensure the implementation is inline with the objectives
E: to ensure that the results of a compliance assessment are distributed to the Architecture Board
Question 4: Which one of the following best describes Phase H classification for a re-architecture change?
A: to derive additional value from the existing investment
B: to increase investment in order to create new value for exploitation
C: to reduce costs
D: to reduce investments
E: to re-align with the business strategy
Question 5: The strategy for a hardware store chain includes expanding its sales from physical to online sales and services. Should one use EA or not and if yes, then why?
A: No - Digital Transformation does not need EA as it would slow down agile solution development
B: No - EA is not suitable for a strategic change. It is used for current and future state definition
C: Yes - EA facilitates governance, risk management and exploitation of opportunities
D: Yes - EA helps take key decisions needed for such a change.
Question 6: Which of the following is the responsibility of Architecture Board (AB)?
A: allocate resources for architecture work
B: conduct assessment of the maturity level of architecture work
C: determine scope of architecture compliance review
D: enforce architecture compliance
Question 7: Refer to the table below. Which ADM phase does it describe?
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Direction to proceed and start developing a target architecture that addresses perceived , real, or anticipated shortfalls in the enterprise relative to stakeholder preferences
Gaps between approved target or preference and realization from prior work (value realization). Changes in preferences or priority (stakeholder requirements)
A: Phase B
B: Phase E
C: Phase G
D: Phase H
Question 8: Consider the following ADM phases objectives: Which phase does each objective match?
1
Ensure that the EA meets current requirements
2
Ensure conformance with the Target Architecture by implementation projects
3
Finalize the Architecture Roadmap and the supporting implementation and migration plan
4
Perform appropriate Architecture Governance functions for the solution and any implementation driven architecture Change Requests
A: 1E-2F-3F-4H
B: 1F-2G-3G-4F
C: 1F-2H-3H-4G
D: 1H-2G-3F-4G
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