PCC Strategic Planning & Vision 3

Question 1

Which SWOT element examines conditions inside the organization that may hinder achievement of strategic objectives?

Accepted Answer

Weaknesses

Answer

Weaknesses are internal factors—such as skill gaps or outdated processes—that limit the organization's ability to meet its strategic goals.

Question 2

A project controls team is developing a strategic roadmap. What does a roadmap primarily communicate?

Accepted Answer

The sequence and timing of strategic initiatives over time

Answer

A strategic roadmap displays the planned sequence, dependencies, and timing of major initiatives to guide execution of the strategic plan.

Question 3

When conducting an environmental scan for strategic planning, PESTLE analysis examines factors related to:

Accepted Answer

Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, and Environmental dimensions

Answer

PESTLE is a structured framework for identifying external macro-environmental forces that can affect an organization's strategy.

Question 4

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in a strategic plan should be:

Accepted Answer

Specific, measurable targets linked to strategic objectives

Answer

Effective KPIs are quantifiable, time-bound measures that allow the organization to gauge progress toward each strategic objective.

Question 5

A project is classified as 'strategic must-do' during portfolio review. This designation means the project:

Accepted Answer

Must proceed regardless of financial return due to regulatory or mission-critical reasons

Answer

'Strategic must-do' projects are driven by compliance, safety, or mission imperatives rather than purely financial returns.

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