CSC Consulting Methodologies & Frameworks 3

Question 1

A force field analysis tool, as used in consulting, is primarily designed to:

Accepted Answer

Identify driving and restraining forces affecting a proposed change

Answer

Force field analysis, developed by Kurt Lewin, visually identifies the forces driving and resisting a change initiative, helping consultants plan interventions.

Question 2

In the BCG Growth-Share Matrix, a business unit with high market share in a low-growth market is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Cash Cow

Answer

A Cash Cow has high market share in a mature, slow-growth market and generates steady cash flow with relatively low investment needs.

Question 3

When scoping a consulting engagement, the Statement of Work (SOW) is critical because it primarily serves to:

Accepted Answer

Define deliverables, timelines, resources, and boundaries of the engagement

Answer

The SOW formally defines the scope, deliverables, milestones, and boundaries of the engagement, preventing scope creep and aligning client-consultant expectations.

Question 4

The Ansoff Matrix helps consultants advise clients on growth strategies. Which quadrant represents selling existing products to new markets?

Accepted Answer

Market Development

Answer

Market Development involves taking existing products into new markets, such as new geographies or customer segments, representing a moderate growth risk.

Question 5

A senior consultant applies Lean methodology to a client's operations. The primary goal of Lean is to:

Accepted Answer

Eliminate waste to maximize value delivered to the customer

Answer

Lean methodology focuses on identifying and eliminating the eight types of waste in processes to increase the value delivered to the customer.

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CSC Consulting Methodologies & Frameworks 3