Topic 1, Hoy Hall Hotel Refurbishment Project
Scenario:
Hoy Hall Hotel Refurbishment Project
(Note:
Hoy Hall, a historic, timber-framed building dating from the 17th century, was originally the residence
of the Lords of the Manor of Hoytown. The building is registered as a Heritage Building of Special Interest and is subject to restrictions in terms of development. Used as a hotel for over a century, it has recently fallen into disrepair, and for two years it has been completely unused, accelerating its deterioration. The local community has formed the Action Group "Hoy for Hoy Hall" to save the building, and wants to be closely involved in its future success.
After much discussion Hoy Hall has been purchased by Architecture Angels (AA), a small company whose directors are experienced hoteliers. Five years ago they decided to move into the property renovation business and have recently restored two other similarly-endangered buildings for use as hotels.
Architecture Angels are keen to both support local businesses and to have local people run their hotels, giving them a significant amount of autonomy to do this. To maintain core consistency, the hotels use Architecture Angels’ Head Office services, such as IT operations, accounting, payroll, stocktaking, compliance, human resources and property management. The Head Office is based 80 miles from Hoy Hall.
Recently Architecture Angels commenced an Agile project to renovate Hoy Hall, which has a large downstairs hall and reception area, and 20 potential bedrooms upstairs. The roof requires extensive repairs and the electrical and plumbing installations require complete replacement. The 40 acres of land around the site are overgrown and need to be restored, and the driveway needs re-laying.
In the hotel industry, the trend for direct customer bookings via the internet has had a major impact on the growth of those hotels with this facility. Online booking now accounts for around 80% of room bookings, with only 20% being made via walk-in and telephone enquiries. Before Hoy Hall can open for business, a reservation system must be fully operational.
Architecture Angels use contractors to manage such work and have good relationships with two local companies: Timber Tigers (TT) who will handle the internal works, and Earth Excavations (EE) who will handle the gardens.
A Project Manager, who has since left the company, started the Feasibility phase. This phase has been continued by the Senior Management Team, which consists of the Sales, Marketing, and Finance Directors and the Chief Executive. This was scheduled to take a month and has almost been completed. A Feasibility Assessment has been produced. An Outline Business Case has been completed which assessed the project as being viable.
The Architecture Angels Senior Management Team will be responsible for Steering the project.
The table below shows the appointments planned for the project team and is subject to change.
Additional Information:
The project is approaching the end of Feasibility. The original Project Manager was involved in drafting a Delivery Plan for the project but not in the outline refurbishment options.
The Senior Management Team generated several options for the refurbishment. All the options included a landscaping solution for the gardens and re-laying of the driveway, as the solution will not be acceptable without these. However, the best solution for the refurbishment is still under debate. The new Project Manager has suggested that a Feasibility Prototype could consist of paper-based drawings for each option. The "Hoy for Hoy Hall" Action Group thinks that a physically-built representation is mandatory for a prototype and wants a small-scale model of the recommendation for the building. The time available to produce this, however, is limited.
Contracts for resources have not yet been signed and will be postponed until the chosen outline solution has been agreed.
Using the Project Scenario and the additional information provided for this question in the Scenario Booklet, answer the following questions about Feasibility.
Remember to limit your answers to the number of selections requested in each question.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Feasibility Assessment?
- A . The new Project Manager should NOT be involved in finalising the Feasibility Assessment.
- B . The Architecture Angels’ Finance Director should approve the final Business Case as part of the Feasibility Assessment.
- C . The Earth Excavations’ Head Gardener should contribute to the outline solutions considered for the gardens.
- D . The different options should be presented to the ‘Hoy for Hoy Hall’ Action Group for their feedback before the chosen outline solution is finalised.
- E . The Timber Tigers’ Site Manager should be the sole approver of the finalised Feasibility Assessment before development commences.
BD
Explanation:
In Agile Project Management, it’s important to involve key stakeholders and to ensure that there’s a collaborative approach to project decisions.
Considering the Agile principles and the given scenario, the appropriate application of Agile to the Feasibility Assessment would likely involve the following statements:
B. The Architecture Angels’ Finance Director should approve the final Business Case as part of the Feasibility Assessment. In Agile, it’s crucial to ensure that the business aspect of any project aligns with the financial feasibility. The Finance Director’s approval would be significant in validating the economic viability of the project.
D. The different options should be presented to the ‘Hoy for Hoy Hall’ Action Group for their feedback before the chosen outline solution is finalised. Agile encourages stakeholder engagement and iterative feedback. Presenting options to the action group aligns with the Agile value of customer collaboration over contract negotiation, allowing for community input that could be vital due to the building’s heritage status and the community’s interest.
Using the Project Scenario and the additional information provided for this question in the Scenario Booklet, answer the following questions about Feasibility.
Remember to limit your answers to the number of selections requested in each question.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when producing an Outline Business Case to support the Feasibility Assessment?
- A . The Feasibility Assessment should contain a detailed description of costs and benefits associated with the refurbishment.
- B . Enough description of the required refurbishment work should be provided to enable the Architecture Angels’ Finance Director to decide whether the project should proceed.
- C . During Feasibility, potential beneficiaries of the project should be involved when the Outline Business Case for the refurbishment is created.
- D . The Outline Business Case should demonstrate the mitigation of all business risks associated with the refurbishment.
- E . The Outline Business Case should describe the full team structures to be engaged for the later phases of the project.
BC
Explanation:
In applying Agile Project Management to the creation of an Outline Business Case in support of the
Feasibility Assessment, the following two statements are most appropriate:
B. Enough description of the required refurbishment work should be provided to enable the Architecture Angels’ Finance Director to decide whether the project should proceed.
Agile approaches favor providing just enough detail to make informed decisions without going into unnecessary depth at early stages. This allows for flexibility and adaptation as more information becomes available.
C. During Feasibility, potential beneficiaries of the project should be involved when the Outline Business Case for the refurbishment is created.
Agile methodologies emphasize stakeholder engagement and user involvement early and throughout the project. This ensures that the project delivers value and meets the needs of those it is intended to benefit.
Using the Project Scenario and the additional information provided for this question in the Scenario Booklet, answer the following questions about Feasibility.
Remember to limit your answers to the number of selections requested in each question.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Delivery Plan?
- A . The Project Manager should include any known constraints associated with planning permission.
- B . The Project Manager should NOT need to identify any risks this early in the project.
- C . The approach to the project should be based on the Project Approach Questionnaire responses.
- D . The Earth Excavations’ Head Gardener should be excluded from discussions related to deliverables since contracts are NOT yet signed.
- E . The Architecture Angels’ Marketing Director should be involved in the development of the Delivery Plan.
AE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management, when developing the Delivery Plan during the
Feasibility phase, the two statements that best align with Agile principles are:
Using the Project Scenario and the additional information provided for this question in the Scenario Booklet, answer the following questions about Feasibility.
Remember to limit your answers to the number of selections requested in each question.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Solution Architecture Definition (SAD)?
- A . Paper-based drawings are to be used for each option being considered for the building and gardens.
- B . The SAD must include a physically-built miniature model of the Hoy Hall building.
- C . The Architecture Angels’ Marketing Director can request a SAD to illustrate the achievability of complex elements of the solution.
- D . The views of the ‘Hoy for Hoy Hall’ Action Group members are NOT relevant to the business decision made by Architecture Angels’ Finance Director when approving the final option.
- E . The SAD should contain high-level costs for all elements of each solution option.
AC
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Solution Architecture Definition (SAD), the two statements that are appropriate are:
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Which 2 statements describe the appropriate application of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility?
- A . Details of which areas will require seeding in order to become lawn, and which are to become planted borders, should be captured.
- B . The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
- C . The scope of the project should be agreed before moving into the Foundations phase.
- D . The responsibility for setting the priority of each of the requirements identified should be assigned to the Project Manager.
- E . Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must Have requirements.
BE
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Project Management when developing the Prioritised Requirements List during Feasibility, the two statements that align with Agile principles are:
B. The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution should be listed as Must Have requirements.
E. Regulatory obligations associated with the redevelopment of Hoy Hall should be recorded as Must
Have requirements.
Here’s the rationale:
• B: In Agile, requirements are often categorized by priority such as "Must Have", "Should Have", "Could Have", and "Won’t Have for now" (the MoSCoW method). The re-laying of the driveway and a landscaping solution are essential for the project’s success and thus should be classified as "Must Have".
• E: Regulatory requirements are non-negotiable constraints that the project must adhere to. These should always be prioritized in the requirements list to ensure compliance and to avoid legal issues, making them "Must Have" items as well.
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
When specifying high-level prioritised requirements during Foundations, the Business Visionary has suggested that acceptance criteria for the requirement to "temporarily weatherproof the roof" should NOT be set until Solution Development Timebox A.
Is this an appropriate approach to setting high-level acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because the Local Planning Authority Officer will set the acceptance criteria.
- B . Yes, because acceptance criteria are NOT set before the Timeboxed work is started.
- C . No, because by the end of Foundations the quality expectations and overall acceptance criteria for at least the first increment should have been set, and high-level acceptance criteria set for later increments.
- D . No, because a Review Session should have been scheduled during Feasibility to enable the Solution Development Team to validate their understanding of the Local Planning Authority Officer’s expectations.
C
Explanation:
C. No, because by the end of Foundations the quality expectations and overall acceptance criteria for at least the first increment should have been set, and high-level acceptance criteria set for later increments.
Rationale:
In Agile Project Management, it’s important to establish high-level acceptance criteria early in the project to guide development and ensure that the solution meets the business needs and quality expectations. The Foundations phase is when the project’s scope, objectives, and methods are defined, including the acceptance criteria for the first increment and at a high level for subsequent increments. This ensures that everyone has a clear understanding of what "done" looks like before development begins, reducing the risk of misalignment and rework.
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
At the beginning of Solution Development Timebox A, the Timebox is being planned in detail. Although Foundations was conducted at a high level, the Prioritised Requirements List was baselined. Now the Solution Development Team is setting detailed acceptance criteria against each requirement.
Is this an appropriate approach to setting detailed acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because acceptance criteria can only be understood at a high level during Foundations and will always need further investigation.
- B . Yes, because the Solution Development Team members will be setting acceptance criteria for the first time during Solution Development Timebox A.
- C . No, because the Solution Development Team should NOT be involved in setting acceptance
criteria. - D . No, because acceptance criteria should be set in detail against each requirement during Foundations.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
During Solution Development Timebox A, a new Health and Safety requirement arises: the front door is required to have wheelchair access. This is a legal requirement and is a Must Have before any staff or general public access can be allowed. The Solution Development Team will work with the Local Planning Authority Officer, the specialist who identified the requirement, to identify further acceptance criteria for Solution Development Timebox A.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because the new requirement needs to be understood, built and delivered in this Timebox.
- B . Yes, because the Local Planning Authority Officer owns the justification for the new requirement.
- C . No, because this new requirement would NOT be included in the original Prioritised Requirements List and therefore does NOT need acceptance criteria to be defined.
- D . No, because the Business Visionary is responsible for defining acceptance criteria.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The requirement to ‘install a heat reclamation system’ shows as a Should Have in the Prioritised Requirements List. During Investigation in Solution Development Timebox B, the Project Manager advised the team NOT to set detailed acceptance criteria for this requirement until later in the Timebox, since the requirement may have to be dropped and the work would be wasted.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because only Must Have requirements should be fully understood.
- B . Yes, because the acceptance criteria might need to be changed during the Solution Development Timebox.
- C . No, because it is necessary to understand the full detail of all the work for completion in the Solution Development Timebox during Investigation.
- D . No, because it indicates that the Solution Development Team has NO intention of delivering the Should Have requirements.
B
Explanation:
B. Yes, because the acceptance criteria might need to be changed during the Solution Development Timebox.
Rationale:
In Agile Project Management, flexibility is key. It is important to prioritize work based on the value it provides and the necessity of the requirement. "Should Have" requirements are important but not critical, and they can be subject to change as the project progresses and as more information becomes available. Deferring the detailed setting of acceptance criteria for a "Should Have" requirement that might be dropped is a practical approach to managing workload and focusing efforts on the most critical aspects of the project first. This approach is in line with Agile’s principle of responding to change over following a fixed plan.
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
Answer the following questions about the acceptance criteria within the project.
Decide whether the approach to setting and using acceptance criteria has been applied appropriately and select the response that supports your decision.
The objective of Solution Development Timebox B is to ensure that the front and east wings are finished and approved. The Project Manager has pointed out that acceptance criteria for this part of the solution need to be agreed.
Is this an appropriate action related to acceptance criteria?
- A . Yes, because this will allow the Solution Development Team to focus on the quality of the Solution Development Timebox’s deliverable as a whole, in order to keep focus on the business need.
- B . Yes, because it will be easier to set acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox as a whole, rather than setting specific acceptance criteria for each individual requirement.
- C . No, because the acceptance criteria for the Solution Development Timebox are just the amalgamation of the individual requirements’ acceptance criteria, with nothing extra.
- D . No, because the Solution Development Timebox objective will change if any new requirements emerge or any lower priority requirements are de-scoped.
A
Explanation:
The project is now in the second week of Timebox C. This is the final Timebox of Project Increment 1 and is scheduled to take one month. The plan is to open Hoy Hall to the public at the end of this Increment. A Must Have requirement of Timebox C is the implementation of a hotel reservation system.
At the Daily Stand-up, the Software Developer working on the reservation system reported that the framework for the system is now complete and ready for content.
However, this work cannot progress further due to a disagreement over the content. The Marketing Director insists the system is to hold professional photos and video tours of the facilities and grounds. These require a lot of storage space and regular updates. The IT Operations Manager insists the system is to take less than 5GB of storage space on the company server and require minimal maintenance.
The Team Leader has arranged a Facilitated Workshop to discuss the content and agree the way forward.
Remember to limit your answers to the number of selections requested in each question.
Which 2 individuals should the Facilitator invite to participate in the Workshop?
- A . Chief Executive (Steering Group)
- B . Representative for Earth Excavations (Solution Developer)
- C . Representative for Timber Tigers (Solution Developer)
- D . IT Operations Manager (Solution Development Team)
- E . Marketing Director (Business Visionary)
DE
Explanation:
The Facilitator should invite the following two individuals to participate in the Workshop:
D. IT Operations Manager (Solution Development Team)
E. Marketing Director (Business Visionary) The rationale for this selection is that the disagreement is between the Marketing Director, who wants the reservation system to have professional photos and video tours (which impacts how the system will be used by potential customers and affects marketing strategy), and the IT Operations Manager, who is concerned with the system’s technical limitations and maintenance. Both of these individuals are key to resolving the issue at hand, as they represent the conflicting requirements that need to be reconciled for the project to move forward.
Which 2 individuals would be suitable for the role of Workshop Facilitator?
- A . Team Leader
- B . IT Operations Manager
- C . Marketing Director
- D . Software Developer
- E . Project Manager
AE
Explanation:
The two individuals most suitable for the role of Workshop Facilitator would be:
Which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take when preparing for the workshop?
- A . Ask the Software Developer to provide an estimate of how much storage space would be required to hold photos and videos.
- B . Invite the Marketing Director to create a summary of the content they believe the system should hold and why.
- C . Assign ownership of the workshop to the Software Developer.
- D . Ask the IT Operations Manager to prepare the agenda for the workshop.
- E . Research other hotel reservation systems to form an opinion on what the content should be.
AB
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take when preparing for the workshop are:
• A. Ask the Software Developer to provide an estimate of how much storage space would be required to hold photos and videos. This will provide a factual basis for the discussion about the system’s content and its storage requirements.
• B. Invite the Marketing Director to create a summary of the content they believe the system should hold and why. This will ensure that the Marketing Director’s perspective and requirements are clearly understood by all participants in the workshop.
Please note that while the IT Operations Manager, Software Developer, and the Facilitator themselves (options C, D, and E) could contribute valuable input to the workshop, these actions are not necessarily part of the Facilitator’s role in preparing for the workshop. The Facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion, not to assign ownership of the workshop, prepare the agenda, or form opinions on the content.
When preparing for the workshop, which 2 items should the Workshop Facilitator be provided with?
- A . Hints and tips on how to influence and persuade others.
- B . An understanding of the decision-making process.
- C . Background to the disagreement and the reasons for this.
- D . Empowerment to discuss any wider project issues that may arise during the workshop.
- E . A step-by-step guide to running an effective workshop.
BC
Explanation:
The two items that the Workshop Facilitator should be provided with when preparing for the workshop are:
• B. An understanding of the decision-making process. This will help the facilitator guide the discussion and help the group reach a consensus.
• C. Background to the disagreement and the reasons for this. This will help the facilitator understand the context of the disagreement and facilitate a more effective discussion.
Please note that while hints and tips on how to influence and persuade others (option A), empowerment to discuss any wider project issues that may arise during the workshop (option D), and a step-by-step guide to running an effective workshop (option E) could be helpful, they are not as crucial as understanding the decision-making process and the background to the disagreement for this specific workshop.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
If the team cannot agree the system content, which 2 actions should the Workshop Facilitator take?
- A . Present own interpretation of what the system should include.
- B . Present the group with a predefined specification of what should be included.
- C . Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue.
- D . Agree to disagree, and close the workshop acknowledging that all participants are entitled to their
own view. - E . Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop.
CE
Explanation:
The two actions that the Workshop Facilitator should take if the team cannot agree on the system content are:
C. Facilitate the creation of a list of actions to be carried out after the workshop, to resolve the issue. This will ensure that the disagreement does not stall the project and that there is a clear plan for how to move forward.
E. Prepare a report describing the outcome of the workshop. This will provide a record of the discussion and any decisions made, which can be useful for future reference and for keeping stakeholders informed.
Please note that while presenting their own interpretation of what the system should include (option A) or presenting the group with a predefined specification of what should be included (option B) might seem like potential solutions, these actions could bias the discussion and may not lead to a solution that meets all stakeholders’ needs. Agreeing to disagree and closing the workshop (option D) could leave the issue unresolved, which could cause problems later in the project. The facilitator’s role is to guide the discussion and help the team reach a consensus, not to impose their own views or prematurely end the discussion.
Using the additional information provided for this question in the Scenario Booklet, answer the following questions about the requirement for a fire exit from the upstairs of the building.
What is an appropriate reason to classify the need for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building as a Must Have requirement?
- A . Provision of a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building will ensure compliance with national fire safety regulations.
- B . A secondary exit from the upstairs of the building would help ease congestion in busy periods during festivals.
- C . A secondary exit from the upstairs of the building will provide a shorter and more direct route into the garden than the main stairway.
- D . The requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building has to be made a higher priority in order to be moved to an earlier Timebox.
A
Explanation:
How should the lack of provision of a fire escape from the upstairs of the building in Timebox B initially be dealt with?
- A . The Solution Development Team should revise the Timebox Plans for Timeboxes B and C.
- B . The Solution Development Team should commence understanding and delivering the new requirement.
- C . The Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator, should escalate the issue to Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
- D . The Project Manager should escalate the issue to the Marketing Director, who is in the role of Business Visionary.
C
Explanation:
The initial action to deal with the lack of provision of a fire escape from the upstairs of the building in Timebox B should be:
• C. The Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator, should escalate the issue to Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
This is because the lack of a fire escape is a significant safety concern that could have legal and regulatory implications. It’s important that the Senior Management Team is aware of this issue so they can make informed decisions about how to address it. The Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator, is well-positioned to understand the technical implications of this issue and communicate them to the Senior Management Team.
While revising the Timebox Plans (option A) or commencing understanding and delivering the new requirement (option B) could be part of the solution, these actions should be taken after the issue has been escalated and discussed with the Senior Management Team. Escalating the issue to the Marketing Director (option D) may not be the most effective course of action, as this is primarily a technical and safety issue, not a marketing one.
What should be done to allow the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to be changed into a Must Have priority and moved into Timebox B?
- A . The Project Manager should extend the timescale of Timebox B and shorten Timebox C.
- B . The Solution Development Team should change a Must Have requirement into a Should Have in the Prioritised Requirements List.
- C . The Business Visionary, Business Sponsor and Solution Development Team should reassess the Prioritised Requirements List and its priorities.
- D . The Project Manager should move a Must Have requirement from Timebox B into Timebox C.
C
Explanation:
C. The Business Visionary, Business Sponsor and Solution Development Team should reassess the Prioritised Requirements List and its priorities.
Rationale:
In Agile Project Management, priorities are often reassessed and reprioritized based on new information or changes in the project’s context. The need for a secondary exit due to compliance with fire safety regulations would necessitate such a reassessment. The Business Visionary and Business Sponsor, who provide the vision and funding for the project, together with the Solution Development Team, who are responsible for implementing solutions, should collaboratively review the Prioritised Requirements List to reflect this new priority. This change must be agreed upon by these key stakeholders to ensure that it aligns with the business needs and project goals.
Who is responsible for approving that the change in priority of the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building accurately reflects the scope of the project in the Prioritised Requirements List?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Project Manager and Solution Development Team.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
D
Explanation:
The Senior Management Team, which includes the roles of the Sales, Marketing, and Finance Directors, and the Chief Executive, is typically responsible for steering the project and making decisions that reflect the overall scope and objectives of the project. They would be the appropriate body to approve changes in the project scope as represented in the Prioritised Requirements List, especially for a requirement that has legal and safety implications, such as a secondary fire exit. This team would ensure that such a change aligns with the strategic goals and compliance requirements of the project.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Once the change of priority has been approved, who is then responsible for including the requirement for a secondary exit from the upstairs of the building to the Timebox Plan for Timebox B?
- A . Marketing Director, in the role of Business Visionary.
- B . Team Leader.
- C . Project Manager and Architect, in the role of Technical Co-ordinator.
- D . Architecture Angels’ Senior Management Team.
Each of the following questions includes a list of true statements about individuals from Architecture Angels and Timber Tigers who have been appointed to the project team. Only 2 statements explain why, in the context of an Agile team, the individual is a suitable candidate for that role.
Remember to limit your answers to the number of selections requested in each question.
Which 2 statements explain why the Architecture Angels’ Finance Director would be an appropriate Business Sponsor?
- A . Is able to delegate most of the required involvement to the Chief Accountant.
- B . Has been friends with the Architecture Angels’ Chief Executive since school.
- C . Is the project budget holder.
- D . Is concerned about preventing the costs of refurbishment from escalating and affecting the operations of the company.
- E . Will not distract the Solution Development Team, as is usually too busy to be involved.
CD
Explanation:
The two statements that explain why the Architecture Angels’ Finance Director would be an appropriate Business Sponsor are:
C. Is the project budget holder.
D. Is concerned about preventing the costs of refurbishment from escalating and affecting the operations of the company.
Rationale:
• C: Being the project budget holder, the Finance Director has a clear overview of the financial aspects of the project, which is crucial for the role of Business Sponsor. They are responsible for the financial governance of the project, ensuring that the project remains viable and delivers value for money.
• D: A key responsibility of a Business Sponsor is to safeguard the project from going over budget. The Finance Director’s concern for preventing cost escalation is aligned with this responsibility, as they would work to balance the financial constraints with the project objectives. Options A, B, and E do not directly relate to the role’s responsibilities and do not support why the Finance Director would be suitable for the Business Sponsor role in an Agile context.
Which 2 statements explain why the Architecture Angels’ Marketing Director would be an appropriate Business Visionary?
- A . Is a friend of the Architecture Angels’ Chief Executive.
- B . Is fully committed to changing the company’s strategic direction to include hotel renovation.
- C . Is one of the original four founders of the company.
- D . As a Director, will ensure that the project is NOT driven by the cost-consciousness of the Finance Director in the role of Business Sponsor.
- E . Has a passion for old buildings and can see the potential for business opportunity.
BE
Explanation:
The two statements that explain why the Architecture Angels’ Marketing Director would be an appropriate Business Visionary are:
• B. Is fully committed to changing the company’s strategic direction to include hotel renovation. This shows that the Marketing Director is aligned with the project’s goals and is invested in its success.
• E. Has a passion for old buildings and can see the potential for business opportunity. This passion and vision are key characteristics of a Business Visionary, who is responsible for guiding the project towards delivering value for the business.
Which 2 statements explain why the Architecture Angels’ Chief Accountant would be an appropriate Business Ambassador?
- A . Has been authorised by the Architecture Angels’ Marketing Director to take decisions on behalf of the business areas.
- B . Has three Accounts Clerks as staff.
- C . Has been with the company for six months so is keen to make an impression.
- D . Understands the financial realities about what can be afforded and what is needed.
- E . Runs a personal refurbishment project in any spare time so will be able to interact with the technical staff.