Solution Evaluation Flashcards
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What distinguishes 'enterprise limitation' from 'solution limitation'?
Answer: Enterprise limitations arise from organizational constraints; solution limitations arise from the solution itself
Enterprise limitations stem from organizational policies, culture, or capabilities, while solution limitations arise from the solution's own design or features.
Which of the following BEST describes a 'value stream' in solution evaluation?
Answer: The sequence of activities that deliver value to a customer or stakeholder
A value stream is the series of steps an organization performs to deliver a product or service of value to customers or stakeholders.
When evaluating solution performance, which data source is MOST reliable?
Answer: Actual operational performance data post-deployment
Actual operational performance data collected after deployment provides the most reliable evidence of how well the solution performs in real-world conditions.
A business analyst is recommending whether to keep, improve, or retire a solution. Which task does this BEST represent?
Answer: Evaluate Solution Performance
Evaluating solution performance includes recommending actions such as keeping, improving, replacing, or retiring the solution based on its performance.
What is the purpose of a 'business case' during solution evaluation?
Answer: To justify the initial investment and provide a baseline for evaluating actual vs. expected outcomes
The business case justifies the investment and establishes expected benefits, serving as a baseline against which actual solution outcomes can be measured.
Which of the following is a valid reason to recommend retiring an existing solution?
Answer: The solution no longer delivers sufficient value relative to its cost and limitations
A solution should be retired when it no longer delivers sufficient value relative to its maintenance costs and the limitations it imposes on the organization.