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What are the four dimensions used to scope an architecture?
Correct Answer:
C
✑ The four dimensions used to scope an architecture are Breadth, Depth, Time Period, and Architecture Domains1, p. 8.
✑ Breadth refers to the extent of the enterprise covered by the architecture, which can range from a specific business unit to the entire organization1, p. 8.
✑ Depth refers to the level of detail and completeness of the architecture, which can vary depending on the purpose, scope, and stakeholders of the architecture1, p. 8.
✑ Time Period refers to the temporal aspects of the architecture, such as the current state, the target state, and the transition plan1, p. 8.
✑ Architecture Domains refers to the classification of the architecture into four domains: Business, Data, Application, and Technology1, p. 8.
✑ These four dimensions help define the scope and boundaries of the architecture and ensure that it meets the needs and expectations of the stakeholders.
References:
✑ 1: The Open Group (2018). The TOGAF® Standard, Version 9.2. 1
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Refer to the table below:
Which ADM Phase does this describe?
Correct Answer:
B
The table describes the output, outcome, and essential knowledge of an ADM phase that oversees the implementation of changes necessary to reach the adjusted target state. This corresponds to Phase G, also known as Implementation Governance, which ensures that the architecture defined in earlier phases is realized, and it oversees the development and implementation of projects to align with this architecture. The essential knowledge required during this phase includes understanding constraints on the implementation team and adjusting stakeholder priority and preference in response to success, value, effort, and risk of change. References: TOGAF Version 9.1 - 1
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Consider the following statements.
* 1. All processes, decision-making, and mechanisms used will be established so as to minimize or avoid potential conflicts of interest.
* 2. More effective strategic decision-making will be made by C-Level executives and business leaders.
* 3. All actions implemented and their decision support will be available for inspection by authorized organization and provider parties.
* 4. Digital Transformation and operations will be more effective and efficient.
Which statements highlight the value and necessity for Architecture Governance to be adopted within organizations?
Correct Answer:
B
Statements 1 and 3 highlight the value and necessity for Architecture Governance to be adopted within organizations. Architecture Governance is the practice and orientation by which Enterprise Architectures and other architectures are managed and controlled at an enterprise-wide level12. It ensures that architectural decisions are aligned with the organization??s strategy, objectives, and standards. Architecture Governance also involves establishing and maintaining processes, decision-making, and mechanisms to avoid or minimize potential conflicts of interest, such as between different stakeholders, business units, or projects34. Moreover, Architecture Governance requires transparency and accountability for all actions implemented and their decision support, so that they can be inspected and evaluated by authorized parties, such as auditors, regulators, or customers5 . References:
•The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 - Architecture Governance - The Open Group
•Architecture Governance - The Open Group
•Tutorial: Governance in TOGAF??s Architecture Development Method (ADM)
•Architecture Governance in TOGAF: Ensuring Effective Management and Compliance
•The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 - Definitions - The Open Group
•[Architecture Governance in TOGAF: Ensuring Alignment and Control]
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Complete the sentence The TOGAF standard covers the development of four architecture domains. Business. Data, Technology and ________.
Correct Answer:
D
The TOGAF standard covers the development of four architecture domains: Business, Data, Technology and Application. These domains represent different aspects of an enterprise??s architecture and provide a consistent way of describing, analyzing, and designing them. Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.2 Architecture Development Method (ADM).
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What are the following activities part of?
. Risk classification
. Risk identification
. Initial risk assessment
Correct Answer:
D
Risk management is a generic technique that can be applied across all phases of the Architecture Development Method (ADM), as well as in the Preliminary Phase and the Requirements Management Phase2. Risk management involves the following steps1:
•Risk identification: This step involves identifying the potential risks that may affect the architecture project, such as technical, business, organizational, environmental, or legal risks. The risks can be identified through various sources, such as stakeholder interviews, workshops, surveys, checklists, historical data, or expert judgment.
•Risk classification: This step involves categorizing the risks based on their nature, source, impact, and priority. The risks can be classified according to different criteria, such as time, cost, scope, quality, security, or compliance. The classification helps in prioritizing the risks and allocating resources and efforts to address them effectively.
•Initial risk assessment: This step involves assessing the likelihood and impact of each risk, and determining the initial level of risk. The likelihood is the probability of the risk occurring, and the impact is the severity of the consequences if the risk occurs. The initial level of risk is the product of the likelihood and impact, and it indicates the urgency and importance of
the risk. The initial risk assessment helps in identifying the most critical risks that need immediate attention and mitigation.
References: 1: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 - Risk Management 2: TOGAF ADM: Top 10 techniques – Part 9: Risk Management