QuestionQ1
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2Based on TOGAF 9, which of the following is the best answer? (Are these the right answers to choose?)
- A You recommend using conventional implementation planning techniques. The horizontal scope of the Green initiative would make the Capability-Based Planning approach used in the organization's TOGAF-based Enterprise Architecture framework difficult to manage and govern. This approach to planning was better applied within the vertical scope of a business unit.
- B You recommend that the implementation planning activities be conducted using Capability-Based Planning. This is appropriate because the Green initiative is an enterprise-wide plan with a horizontal scope. Its metrics are aggregated at the enterprise level. It is crucial to gain business unit support and cooperation to achieve the broader business outcomes which will benefit all.
- C The Capability-Based Planning approach used in the organization's TOGAF-based Enterprise Architecture framework is focused on business outcomes. The Green initiative is an infrastructure program that is technical in nature; therefore, it would not be appropriate to use the Capability-Based Planning approach. Instead, the Global Mobile systems development lifecycle approach should be utilized to develop the Solution Architecture.
- D You recommend using conventional implementation planning techniques. The Capability-Based Planning approach is normally only used in public sector, defense-related programs. This approach is not appropriate for a private sector company.
QuestionQ2
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2MightyGears manufactures components for the Car industry. Driven by the global financial downturn, it is seeking to reduce IT costs. It believes an IT cost-saving opportunity exists, but the potential savings have not been quantified and there is no agreed target architecture. Final decisions on the solutions are not yet fully agreed. It has completed the first-pass architecture and is now considering the best opportunities and solutions to meet its financial goals.
You are the Chief Architect from a consulting organization, brought in to review MightyGears' work to date and make recommendations to the CIO and the board on the opportunities and solutions available.
Which of the following answers best describes how TOGAF recommends examining the opportunities and solutions before presenting to the board?
- A I would examine the architecture work today ensuring it is complete and accurate and addressing any gaps. I would look at functional and integration requirements. I would then ensure all dependencies are understood and documented. I would then create the necessary artefacts including major work packages and transition architectures and the project charters for the recommended projects for presentation to the board.
- B I would assess the architecture work today, create, and priorities projects to transition Widget Inc from the current architecture to target architecture. This will include a business value for each project, the resources required and the intended timing. I would then validate the prioritizations with the board particularly looking at cost benefits and risks. Lastly, I would generate the Architecture Implementation Roadmap and document lessons learned.
- C I would assess the requirements of the organization particularly those requirements describing the functions required and information flows within the architecture. I would then look to produce artifacts that describe the recommended projects, the risk, issues and dependencies. This would also include transition architects to move us from current architecture to the recommended target architectures. I would present my recommendations to the board for agreement. Once this is done, I would update the architectures reflecting any changes resulting from the board discussion.
- D I would look at the corporate culture and attitude to change, understand the constraints such as cost and the required time horizons. I would then look at the architecture work to ensure it is complete and seek to address any gaps. I would review the functional requirements and ensure there are complete interoperability requirements. I would then validate any dependencies and risks. Then formulate an implementation and migration strategy identifies major work packages and the transition architecture required. Finally, once agreement is reached with the board I will create project charters and re-factor any changes needed from the board discussion into the architecture.
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QuestionQ3
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2Under TOGAF Standard Version 9.2, which of the following is the best answer?
- A You recommend that the enterprise architects apply the Business Value Assessment Technique to prioritize the implementation projects and project increments. The assessment should focus on return on investment and performance evaluation criteria that can be used to monitor the progress of the architecture transformation. They should confirm the Transition Architecture phases using an Architecture Definition Increments Table to list tine projects. They should then document the lessons learned and generate the final Implementation and Migration Plan.
- B You recommend that the enterprise architects conduct a series of Compliance Assessments to ensure that the architecture is being implemented according to the contract. The Compliance Assessment should verify that the implementation team is using the proper development methodology. It should include deployment of monitoring tools and ensure that performance targets are being met. If they are not met, then changes to performance requirements should be identified and updated in the Implementation and Migration Plan.
- C You recommend that the enterprise architects assess how the plan impacts the other frameworks in use in the organization. Minimally, the plan should be coordinated with the business planning, portfolio/project management and operations management frameworks. They should then assign a business value to each project, taking into account available resources and priorities for the projects. Finally, they should generate the Implementation and Migration Plan.
- D You recommend that the enterprise architects place the Architecture Definition Document under configuration control. This will ensure that the architecture remains relevant and responsive to the needs of the enterprise. They should then produce an Implementation Governance Model to manage the lessons learned prior to finalizing the plan. You recommend that lessons learned be applied as changes to the architecture without review.
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QuestionQ4
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2The Lead Enterprise Architect has asked you to recommend the most appropriate approach for addressing the Chief Engineer's concern.
Based on TOGAF, which of the following is the best answer?
- A You review the applicable Architecture Contract for each location, ensuring that it addresses the project objectives, effectiveness metrics, acceptance criteria, and risk management. In cases where the contract is issued to an external party, you ensure that it is a legally enforceable contract. You schedule compliance reviews at key points in the implementation process to ensure that the work is proceeding in accordance with the Architecture Definition. You ensure that the Architecture Board reviews all deviations from the Architecture Contract, and considers whether or not to grant a dispensation to allow the implementation organization to customize the process to meet their local needs.
- B You create an Architecture Contract to manage and govern the implementation and migration process at each location. For internal development projects, you issue a memorandum of understanding between the Architecture Board and the implementation organization. For contracts issued to an external party, you ensure that it is a fully enforceable legal contract. You ensure that the Architecture Board reviews all deviations from the Architecture Contract, and considers whether or not to grant a dispensation to allow the implementation organization to customize the process to meet their local needs.
- C You create an Architecture Contract to manage and govern the implementation and migration process. If the contract is issued to an external party, you ensure that it is a fully enforceable legal contract. For internal development projects, you decide it is adequate to utilize a memorandum of understanding between the Architecture Board and the implementation organization. You recommend that if a deviation from the Architecture Contract is detected, the Architecture Board grant a dispensation to allow the implementation organization the ability to customize the process to meet their local needs.
- D You use the Architecture Contracts to manage the architecture governance processes for the project across the locations. You deploy monitoring tools to assess the performance of each completed solar panel assembly at each location and develop change requirements if necessary. You recommend that if a deviation from the contract is detected, the Architecture Board should modify the Architecture Contract to allow the implementation organization the ability to customize the process to meet their local needs. As a result, you then issue a new Request for Architecture Work to implement the modified Architecture Definition.
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QuestionQ5
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2You are acting as the Lead Architect for a convenience-store chain operating as a franchise, with more than 5000 retail outlets across the Asia-Pacific region. The stores operate 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, relying on point-of-sale technology to manage inventory.
Stores place all orders on-line. The back-office systems gather real-time data to support ordering and product-selection decisions, including tailoring product assortments using sales history, customer demographics, and the following day's weather forecast. In many cases, several stores are located in neighboring areas. This strategy reduces the cost of distribution to each store and enables multiple deliveries per day.
An Enterprise Architecture practice is in place within the company, jointly sponsored by the CEO and CIO. They have chosen to adopt TOGAF 9 within the practice, and the first project is to restructure the Enterprise Architecture so it can better accommodate the company's changing strategies and respond more effectively to changes in economic and technical environments.
The CIO has stated that the following issues must be addressed in the restructuring:
- The systems must be capable of withstanding any unforeseen disruptions that could affect day-to-day operations. This is highly critical to ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and maintaining and growing revenue.
- Dependencies among the application components, the application platform, and technology infrastructure should be minimal and clearly defined. This will support scalability and make enhancement of the service offerings easier.
- The company is adopting the ARTS Operational Data Model and Data Warehouse Model from the National Retail Federation. This will address previous problems with data quality and inconsistent data.
- To remain competitive, new products and promotions must undergo market trials and, if successful, be deployed throughout the retail chain. Information systems must be able to manage changes and updates without undue delays.
[Note: Assume that the company has adopted the example set of principles listed and defined in TOGAF, Section 23.6. You may need to refer to Chapter 23 of the reference text to answer this question.]
You have been asked to identify the architecture principles most relevant to the current situation.
Based on TOGAF, which of the following is the best answer? [Note: The ordering of the principles listed in each answer is not significant.]
- A Interoperability, Data is Accessible, Data is Shared, Requirements Based Change, Control Technical Diversity
- B Technology Independence, Business Continuity, Common Vocabulary and Data Definitions, Data Trustee, Responsive Change Management
- C IT Responsibility, Data Security, Ease of Use, Requirements Based Change, Common Use Applications
- D Interoperability, Maximize Benefit to the Enterprise, Data Trustee, Data is an Asset, Responsive Change Management
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