CMA Business Technology Strategy 2

Question 1

An architecture firm is evaluating whether to adopt a cloud-based project management platform. Which factor should carry the MOST weight in the technology adoption decision?

Accepted Answer

Alignment with firm workflows and scalability needs

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Lowest initial licensing cost

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Popularity among competing firms

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Compatibility with legacy hardware only

Question 2

In the context of BIM (Building Information Modeling) strategy, what does 'Level of Development' (LOD) primarily define?

Accepted Answer

The degree of reliability and completeness of model elements at a given stage

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The software version used to create the model

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The number of disciplines contributing to the model

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The file size limits for BIM deliverables

Question 3

A firm's IT strategy calls for a 'single source of truth' for project data. Which architectural technology approach best supports this goal?

Accepted Answer

A Common Data Environment (CDE) with version control

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Distributed file servers with manual sync

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Email-based document sharing

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Separate databases per project with no integration

Question 4

When developing a firm's digital transformation roadmap, which sequence best represents logical progression?

Accepted Answer

Set goals → assess current state → select tools → implement → train

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Deploy tools → assess current state → train staff → set goals

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Purchase software → deploy → set goals → assess

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Train staff → set goals → assess current state → deploy tools

Question 5

An architect is advising a client on smart building technology integration. Which of the following BEST describes an IoT (Internet of Things) application in this context?

Accepted Answer

Sensors that automatically adjust lighting and HVAC based on occupancy data

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Using CAD software to draw HVAC schematics

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Installing fiber optic cables for internet connectivity

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Designing a mobile app for building maintenance requests

Question 6

A large architecture firm wants to reduce technology-related project risk. Which strategy is MOST effective?

Accepted Answer

Standardizing on a vetted technology stack with defined update cycles

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Adopting every new technology as soon as it releases

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Allowing each project team to choose its own tools independently

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Outsourcing all technology decisions to vendors

Question 7

Which metric is MOST relevant when evaluating the ROI of a firm's investment in parametric design software?

Accepted Answer

Reduction in design iteration time and increase in design option outputs

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Number of software licenses purchased

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Hardware upgrade costs required

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Number of staff trained in the software