Question 1

The following can be considered examples of guiding principles for technology road map development EXCEPT:

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A)   establishing investment boundaries.
B)   outlining the role of technology for the organization.
C)   reinforcing the role of standards.
D)   lowering the cost of development and maintenance.
E)   establishing expectations.

Question 2

One of the key tools in managing the technology inventory is a/an ________ to classify technologies.

Accepted Answer

A)   framework
B)   gap analysis
C)   inventory classification
D)   domain classification

Question 3

Which level of IT architecture governance sets standards and approves deviations from standards and monitors the overall attainment of the goals as articulated within the technology roadmap?

Accepted Answer

A)   Operational
B)   Strategic
C)   Tactical
D)   Managerial
E)   Both A and B

Question 4

Which of the following benefits of a technology roadmap facilitates the end-to-end integration of reusable components and applications?

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A)   Lowering the cost of development and maintenance
B)   Consolidating global solutions
C)   Ability to move forward in planned phases
D)   Building a consistent and cohesive technology base
E)   Providing a common design point

Question 5

When IT service levels and systems availability are clearly outlined for all production systems in an organization, this is an example of:

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A)   establishing investment boundaries.
B)   outlining the role of technology for the organization.
C)   reinforcing the role of standards.
D)   lowering the cost of development and maintenance.
E)   establishing expectations.

Question 6

How does a technology road map lower the cost of systems development and maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Because technology roadmaps provide an i...

Question 7

When conducting a gap analysis as part of a technology roadmap implementation, the first step is to identify the required technology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

When constructing a technology roadmap, what are (3) common recommendations most consultants would make to management?

Accepted Answer

Any combination of the following:
Be bol...

Question 9

When assessing the current use of technology while implementing a technology road map, the first task is:

Accepted Answer

A)   to develop a classification scheme to assist in managing the IT inventory.
B)   to assign a technology custodian/owner so someone within the firm is responsible for each technology domain.
C)   to implement technology upgrades for existing systems.
D)   to choose new vendors to help create specifications for existing systems.
E)   Both B and C.

Question 10

A technology roadmap cannot be reactive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The most critical activity of creating a technology road map is the formulation of guiding principles which is an analysis between the technology that is currently available and that which is required.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

________ must also entertain external factors such as industry trends, the competitive landscape, and vendor strategies and offerings.

Accepted Answer

A)   IT strategic plans
B)   Technology road maps
C)   Operations and infrastructure support
D)   IT governance
E)   All of the above

Question 13

What is the purpose of a technology roadmap? What the (2) main objectives when creating a technology road map for an organization?

Accepted Answer

The main purpose of a technology roadmap...

Question 14

External benefits of implementing a technology road map relate to aligning IT with the business, result in IT effectiveness, and include the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   Lowering the cost of development and maintenance
B)   Reducing difficulties associated with deployment of new technologies
C)   Preserving investments in new and existing systems
D)   Achieving business goals
E)   Focusing investment dollars

Question 15

The complete development of a technology roadmap is an initiative of the IT department.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

List and describe (3) internal benefits of implementing a technology road map.

Accepted Answer

Any combination of the following:
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Question 17

As important as the logic behind the roadmap are ________ built into the technology roadmap.

Accepted Answer

A)   the assumptions
B)   the technologies
C)   the architectures
D)   the standards
E)   All the above

Question 18

When assessing the current use of technology while implementing a technology road map, the first task is to develop a classification scheme to assist in managing the IT inventory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The degree of integration and interoperability is first and foremost a business decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which level of IT architecture governance sets the overall architecture direction and strategy and ensure alignment with business objectives?

Accepted Answer

A)   Operational
B)   Strategic
C)   Tactical
D)   Managerial
E)   Both A and B

Exam 6: Creating and Evolving a Technology Roadmap

What is the purpose of a technology roadmap? What the (2) main objectives when creating a technology road map for an organization?

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Which level of IT architecture governance sets standards and approves deviations from standards and monitors the overall attainment of the goals as articulated within the technology roadmap?

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A technology roadmap cannot be reactive.

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When assessing the current use of technology while implementing a technology road map, the first task is:

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Which of the following benefits of a technology roadmap facilitates the end-to-end integration of reusable components and applications?

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One of the key tools in managing the technology inventory is a/an ________ to classify technologies.

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When IT service levels and systems availability are clearly outlined for all production systems in an organization, this is an example of:

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External benefits of implementing a technology road map relate to aligning IT with the business, result in IT effectiveness, and include the following EXCEPT:

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When constructing a technology roadmap, what are (3) common recommendations most consultants would make to management?

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The most critical activity of creating a technology road map is the formulation of guiding principles which is an analysis between the technology that is currently available and that which is required.

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The degree of integration and interoperability is first and foremost a business decision.

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Which level of IT architecture governance sets the overall architecture direction and strategy and ensure alignment with business objectives?

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When conducting a gap analysis as part of a technology roadmap implementation, the first step is to identify the required technology.

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The following can be considered examples of guiding principles for technology road map development EXCEPT:

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When assessing the current use of technology while implementing a technology road map, the first task is to develop a classification scheme to assist in managing the IT inventory.

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How does a technology road map lower the cost of systems development and maintenance?

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List and describe (3) internal benefits of implementing a technology road map.

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________ must also entertain external factors such as industry trends, the competitive landscape, and vendor strategies and offerings.

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As important as the logic behind the roadmap are ________ built into the technology roadmap.

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The complete development of a technology roadmap is an initiative of the IT department.

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