Question #1
What is presented as ”striking a balance between positive and negative outcomes resulting from the realization of either opportunities or threats?
- A . Agile development
- B . Architecture Security
- C . Transition Management
- D . Risk Management
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Risk Management is the process of identifying, assessing, and responding to risks that may affect the achievement of the enterprise’s objectives. Risk Management involves balancing positive and negative outcomes resulting from the realization of either opportunities or threats.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.3 Risk Management.
D
Explanation:
Risk Management is the process of identifying, assessing, and responding to risks that may affect the achievement of the enterprise’s objectives. Risk Management involves balancing positive and negative outcomes resulting from the realization of either opportunities or threats.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.3 Risk Management.
Question #2
Which of the following are the four purposes that typically frame the planning horizon, depth and breadth of an Architecture Project, and the contents of the EA Repository-?
- A . General Foundational Subordinate and Superior Architecture
- B . Segment, Capability. Enterprise and End-to-end Target Architecture
- C . Avant-Garde Big-Bang, Discreet and Cohesive
- D . Strategy Portfolio Project Solution Delivery
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Strategy Portfolio Project Solution Delivery are the four purposes that typically frame the planning horizon, depth and breadth of an Architecture Project, and the contents of the EA Repository. They correspond to different levels of abstraction and granularity in the architecture development process.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard, Version 9.2 – The Open Group, Section 2.4 Architecture Repository.
D
Explanation:
Strategy Portfolio Project Solution Delivery are the four purposes that typically frame the planning horizon, depth and breadth of an Architecture Project, and the contents of the EA Repository. They correspond to different levels of abstraction and granularity in the architecture development process.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard, Version 9.2 – The Open Group, Section 2.4 Architecture Repository.
Question #3
Complete the sentence Business Transformation Readiness Assessment is_________________.
- A . a joint effort between corporate staff lines of business and IT planners
- B . to ensure the active support of powerful stakeholders
- C . a way to put building blocks into context thereby supporting re-usable solutions
- D . widely used to validate an architecture that is being developed
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Business Transformation Readiness Assessment is a joint effort between corporate staff lines of business and IT planners to evaluate the readiness of the organization to undergo change. It involves assessing factors such as vision, commitment, capacity, capability, culture, and motivation that may influence the success of a business transformation initiative.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.2 Business Transformation Readiness Assessment.
A
Explanation:
Business Transformation Readiness Assessment is a joint effort between corporate staff lines of business and IT planners to evaluate the readiness of the organization to undergo change. It involves assessing factors such as vision, commitment, capacity, capability, culture, and motivation that may influence the success of a business transformation initiative.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.2 Business Transformation Readiness Assessment.
Question #4
Complete the following sentence. In the ADM documents which are under development and have not undergone any formal review and approval process are_______________.
- A . Called ‘’draft’’
- B . Invalid
- C . In between phases
- D . Known as ‘’Version 0.1’’
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
In the ADM documents which are under development and have not undergone any formal review and approval process are called “draft”. This indicates that they are subject to change and refinement as the architecture development progresses.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 4.2.5 Architecture Deliverables.
A
Explanation:
In the ADM documents which are under development and have not undergone any formal review and approval process are called “draft”. This indicates that they are subject to change and refinement as the architecture development progresses.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 4.2.5 Architecture Deliverables.
Question #5
Complete the sentence The TOGAF standard covers the development of four architecture domains. Business. Data, Technology and__________________.
- A . Segment
- B . Transition
- C . Capability
- D . Application
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
The TOGAF standard covers the development of four architecture domains: Business, Data, Technology and Application. These domains represent different aspects of an enterprise’s architecture and provide a consistent way of describing, analyzing, and designing them.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.2 Architecture Development Method (ADM).
D
Explanation:
The TOGAF standard covers the development of four architecture domains: Business, Data, Technology and Application. These domains represent different aspects of an enterprise’s architecture and provide a consistent way of describing, analyzing, and designing them.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.2 Architecture Development Method (ADM).
Question #6
Which of the following are interests important to the stakeholders in a system?
- A . Requirements
- B . Principles
- C . Concerns
- D . Architecture views
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
Concerns are interests important to the stakeholders in a system. They are used to identify and classify the system’s stakeholders and to guide the selection of viewpoints for the architecture description.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.1 Architecture Viewpoints
C
Explanation:
Concerns are interests important to the stakeholders in a system. They are used to identify and classify the system’s stakeholders and to guide the selection of viewpoints for the architecture description.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.1 Architecture Viewpoints
Question #7
What is an objective of the ADM Implementation Governance Phase?
- A . To provide continual monitoring of the governance framework
- B . To ensure conformance for the target architecture
- C . To finalize the Implementation and Migration Plan
- D . To establish the resources for architecture governance
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
The objective of the ADM Implementation Governance Phase is to provide an architectural oversight of the implementation and to ensure conformance for the target architecture. This phase involves establishing procedures and processes to monitor and control the implementation projects and to verify that they comply with the defined architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.7 Phase G: Implementation Governance.
B
Explanation:
The objective of the ADM Implementation Governance Phase is to provide an architectural oversight of the implementation and to ensure conformance for the target architecture. This phase involves establishing procedures and processes to monitor and control the implementation projects and to verify that they comply with the defined architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.7 Phase G: Implementation Governance.
Question #8
In which part of the ADM cycle do building block gaps become associated with work packages that will address the gaps?
- A . Phases G and H
- B . Phases F
- C . Phases B C and D
- D . Phase E
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
In Phase E of the ADM cycle, building block gaps become associated with work packages that will address the gaps. This phase involves creating an Implementation and Migration Plan that defines a set of work packages and Transition Architectures that will deliver the Target Architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.5 Phase E: Opportunities & Solutions.
D
Explanation:
In Phase E of the ADM cycle, building block gaps become associated with work packages that will address the gaps. This phase involves creating an Implementation and Migration Plan that defines a set of work packages and Transition Architectures that will deliver the Target Architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.5 Phase E: Opportunities & Solutions.
Question #9
Complete the following sentence:
Presenting different_________and_________to stakeholders helps architects to extract hidden agendas principles and requirements that could impact the final Target Architecture
- A . Alternatives Trade-offs
- B . Solutions Applications
- C . Architecture Views Architecture Viewpoints
- D . Business Scenarios Business Models
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
According to the TOGAF Standard, an architecture view is a representation of a system from the perspective of a related set of concerns1. An architecture viewpoint is a specification of the conventions for a particular kind of architecture view1. Presenting different architecture views and architecture viewpoints to stakeholders helps architects to extract hidden agendas, principles, and requirements that could impact the final target architecture. This is because different stakeholders may have different concerns and interests in the system, and by showing them how the system addresses their concerns from different perspectives, the architects can elicit more feedback and validation from them2. For example, a business stakeholder may be interested in the business architecture view, which focuses on the business processes, functions, and capabilities of the system3. A security stakeholder may be interested in the enterprise security view, which addresses the security aspects of the system, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability3. By presenting these views to the respective stakeholders, the architects can ensure that the system meets their expectations and needs, and also identify any potential issues or gaps that may affect the target architecture.
Reference: 1: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 – Architectural Artifacts – The Open Group1; 2: Understanding TOGAF Views and Viewpoints in Enterprise Architecture2; 3: Developing Architecture Views – The Open Group4
C
Explanation:
According to the TOGAF Standard, an architecture view is a representation of a system from the perspective of a related set of concerns1. An architecture viewpoint is a specification of the conventions for a particular kind of architecture view1. Presenting different architecture views and architecture viewpoints to stakeholders helps architects to extract hidden agendas, principles, and requirements that could impact the final target architecture. This is because different stakeholders may have different concerns and interests in the system, and by showing them how the system addresses their concerns from different perspectives, the architects can elicit more feedback and validation from them2. For example, a business stakeholder may be interested in the business architecture view, which focuses on the business processes, functions, and capabilities of the system3. A security stakeholder may be interested in the enterprise security view, which addresses the security aspects of the system, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability3. By presenting these views to the respective stakeholders, the architects can ensure that the system meets their expectations and needs, and also identify any potential issues or gaps that may affect the target architecture.
Reference: 1: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 – Architectural Artifacts – The Open Group1; 2: Understanding TOGAF Views and Viewpoints in Enterprise Architecture2; 3: Developing Architecture Views – The Open Group4
Question #10
Complete the sentence The purpose of the Preliminary Phase is to_____________.
- A . describe the target architecture
- B . define the enterprise strategy
- C . identify the stakeholders and their requirements
- D . architect an Enterprise Architecture Capability
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
The purpose of the Preliminary Phase is to architect an Enterprise Architecture Capability that meets the needs and expectations of the enterprise’s stakeholders and supports and enables subsequent phases of architecture development and transition. This phase involves defining the scope, principles, framework, and governance for the Enterprise Architecture Capability.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 Preliminary Phase.
D
Explanation:
The purpose of the Preliminary Phase is to architect an Enterprise Architecture Capability that meets the needs and expectations of the enterprise’s stakeholders and supports and enables subsequent phases of architecture development and transition. This phase involves defining the scope, principles, framework, and governance for the Enterprise Architecture Capability.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 Preliminary Phase.
Question #11
What provides context for architecture work, by describing the needs and ways of working employed by the enterprise?
- A . Architecture Contracts
- B . Business principles business goals, and business drivers
- C . Strategy and vision
- D . Stakeholder needs
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Business principles business goals, and business drivers provide context for architecture work, by describing the needs and ways of working employed by the enterprise. They define what the enterprise wants to achieve, how it wants to operate, and what factors influence its decisions and actions.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 Preliminary Phase.
B
Explanation:
Business principles business goals, and business drivers provide context for architecture work, by describing the needs and ways of working employed by the enterprise. They define what the enterprise wants to achieve, how it wants to operate, and what factors influence its decisions and actions.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 Preliminary Phase.
Question #12
Consider the following statement:
According to the TOGAF Standard a governed approach of a particular deliverable will ensure a system of continuous monitoring to check integrity changes decision-making and audit of all architecture-related activities
Which deliverable is being referred to?
- A . An Architecture Contract
- B . The Architecture Definition Document
- C . The Architecture Vision
- D . The Statement of Architecture Work
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
An Architecture Contract is a deliverable that specifies the responsibilities and obligations of the parties involved in the implementation and governance of an architecture. It ensures a system of continuous monitoring to check integrity changes decision-making and audit of all architecture-related activities.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.4 Architecture Contracts.
A
Explanation:
An Architecture Contract is a deliverable that specifies the responsibilities and obligations of the parties involved in the implementation and governance of an architecture. It ensures a system of continuous monitoring to check integrity changes decision-making and audit of all architecture-related activities.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.4 Architecture Contracts.
Question #13
Complete the sentence A business scenario describes______________
- A . shortfalls between the Baseline and Target Architectures
- B . business domain gaps such as cross-training requirements
- C . business and technology environment in which those problems occur
- D . general rules and guidelines tor the architecture being developed
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
A business scenario describes business and technology environment in which those problems occur. It provides a realistic context for identifying and addressing business problems and opportunities, as well as their impact on the enterprise’s architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.1 Business Scenarios.
C
Explanation:
A business scenario describes business and technology environment in which those problems occur. It provides a realistic context for identifying and addressing business problems and opportunities, as well as their impact on the enterprise’s architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.1 Business Scenarios.
Question #14
Refer to the table below:
Which ADM Phase does this describe?
- A . Phase A
- B . Phase B
- C . Preliminary Phase
- D . Phase C
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Phase B of the ADM cycle is the Business Architecture phase. It describes the development of a Business Architecture to support an agreed Architecture Vision. The objectives of this phase are to describe the baseline and target Business Architecture, identify candidate Architecture Roadmap components based on gaps between the baseline and target, and determine whether an incremental approach is required.
Reference: The TOGAF®
Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.2 Phase B: Business Architecture.
B
Explanation:
Phase B of the ADM cycle is the Business Architecture phase. It describes the development of a Business Architecture to support an agreed Architecture Vision. The objectives of this phase are to describe the baseline and target Business Architecture, identify candidate Architecture Roadmap components based on gaps between the baseline and target, and determine whether an incremental approach is required.
Reference: The TOGAF®
Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2.2 Phase B: Business Architecture.
Question #15
Which statement about Requirements Management is most correct?
- A . The purpose of Requirements Management is to process change requests
- B . Stakeholder requirements are captured once in Phase A and managed throughout the ADM cycle
- C . Requirements Management is a step of all ADM Phases
- D . Requirements Management and stakeholder engagement are placed at the center of architecture development
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
This statement about Requirements Management is most correct because it reflects the central role of Requirements Management and stakeholder engagement in the ADM cycle. Requirements Management is not a step of all ADM Phases, but rather an ongoing process that ensures that all relevant requirements are elicited, analyzed, prioritized, and addressed throughout the architecture development and transition. Stakeholder engagement is also a continuous activity that involves identifying, communicating, and managing stakeholder expectations and concerns.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.1 Introduction to the ADM.
D
Explanation:
This statement about Requirements Management is most correct because it reflects the central role of Requirements Management and stakeholder engagement in the ADM cycle. Requirements Management is not a step of all ADM Phases, but rather an ongoing process that ensures that all relevant requirements are elicited, analyzed, prioritized, and addressed throughout the architecture development and transition. Stakeholder engagement is also a continuous activity that involves identifying, communicating, and managing stakeholder expectations and concerns.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.1 Introduction to the ADM.
Question #16
Consider the following ADM phases objectives.
Which phase does each objective match?
- A . 1F-2G-3G-4H
- B . 1H-2F-3F-4G
- C . 1F-2G-3H-4H
- D . 1G-2H-3H-4F
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
According to the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, the ADM phases and their objectives are as follows1:
o Preliminary Phase: To prepare and initiate the architecture development cycle, including defining the architecture framework, principles, and governance.
o Phase A: Architecture Vision: To define the scope, vision, and stakeholders of the architecture initiative, and to obtain approval to proceed.
o Phase B: Business Architecture: To describe the baseline and target business architecture, and to identify the gaps between them.
o Phase C: Information Systems Architectures: To describe the baseline and target data and application architectures, and to identify the gaps between them.
o Phase D: Technology Architecture: To describe the baseline and target technology architecture, and to identify the gaps between them.
o Phase E: Opportunities and Solutions: To identify and evaluate the opportunities and solutions for implementing the target architecture, and to define the work packages and transition architectures.
o Phase F: Migration Planning: To finalize the implementation and migration plan, and to ensure alignment with the enterprise portfolio and project management.
o Phase G: Implementation Governance: To provide architecture oversight and guidance for the implementation projects, and to manage any architecture change requests.
o Phase H: Architecture Change Management: To monitor the changes in the business and technology environment, and to assess the impact and performance of the architecture.
o Requirements Management: To manage the architecture requirements throughout the ADM cycle, and to ensure alignment with the business requirements.
Based on the above definitions, we can match each objective with the corresponding phase as follows:
o Objective 1: Ensure that the business value and cost of work packages and
transition architectures is understood by key stakeholders. This objective is achieved in Phase H: Architecture Change Management, where the value realization and cost-benefit analysis of the architecture are performed2.
o Objective 2: Ensure conformance with the Target Architecture by implementation projects. This objective is achieved in Phase F: Migration Planning, where the conformance requirements and criteria for the implementation projects are defined3.
o Objective 3: Ensure that the architecture development cycle is maintained. This objective is achieved in Phase F: Migration Planning, where the architecture roadmap and iteration cycle are maintained3.
o Objective 4: Ensure that the Architecture Governance Framework is executed. This objective is achieved in Phase G: Implementation Governance, where the architecture governance processes and procedures are applied to the implementation projects4.
Reference:
1: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 5: Architecture Development Method (ADM)
2: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 21: Architecture Change Management
3: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 20: Migration Planning
4: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 19: Implementation Governance
B
Explanation:
According to the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, the ADM phases and their objectives are as follows1:
o Preliminary Phase: To prepare and initiate the architecture development cycle, including defining the architecture framework, principles, and governance.
o Phase A: Architecture Vision: To define the scope, vision, and stakeholders of the architecture initiative, and to obtain approval to proceed.
o Phase B: Business Architecture: To describe the baseline and target business architecture, and to identify the gaps between them.
o Phase C: Information Systems Architectures: To describe the baseline and target data and application architectures, and to identify the gaps between them.
o Phase D: Technology Architecture: To describe the baseline and target technology architecture, and to identify the gaps between them.
o Phase E: Opportunities and Solutions: To identify and evaluate the opportunities and solutions for implementing the target architecture, and to define the work packages and transition architectures.
o Phase F: Migration Planning: To finalize the implementation and migration plan, and to ensure alignment with the enterprise portfolio and project management.
o Phase G: Implementation Governance: To provide architecture oversight and guidance for the implementation projects, and to manage any architecture change requests.
o Phase H: Architecture Change Management: To monitor the changes in the business and technology environment, and to assess the impact and performance of the architecture.
o Requirements Management: To manage the architecture requirements throughout the ADM cycle, and to ensure alignment with the business requirements.
Based on the above definitions, we can match each objective with the corresponding phase as follows:
o Objective 1: Ensure that the business value and cost of work packages and
transition architectures is understood by key stakeholders. This objective is achieved in Phase H: Architecture Change Management, where the value realization and cost-benefit analysis of the architecture are performed2.
o Objective 2: Ensure conformance with the Target Architecture by implementation projects. This objective is achieved in Phase F: Migration Planning, where the conformance requirements and criteria for the implementation projects are defined3.
o Objective 3: Ensure that the architecture development cycle is maintained. This objective is achieved in Phase F: Migration Planning, where the architecture roadmap and iteration cycle are maintained3.
o Objective 4: Ensure that the Architecture Governance Framework is executed. This objective is achieved in Phase G: Implementation Governance, where the architecture governance processes and procedures are applied to the implementation projects4.
Reference:
1: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 5: Architecture Development Method (ADM)
2: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 21: Architecture Change Management
3: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 20: Migration Planning
4: The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, Chapter 19: Implementation Governance
Question #17
Consider the following statements
1 A whole corporation or a division of a corporation
2 A government agency or a single government department
3 Partnerships and alliances of businesses working together such as a consortium or supply chain
What are those examples of according to the TOGAF Standard?
- A . Enterprises
- B . Business Units
- C . Organizations
- D . Architectures Scopes
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Enterprises are examples of the scope of an architecture according to the TOGAF Standard. An enterprise is defined as any collection of organizations that has a common set of goals and/or a single bottom line. Enterprises can be whole corporations or divisions of a corporation, government agencies or single government departments, partnerships and alliances of businesses working together, etc.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.1 Core Concepts.
A
Explanation:
Enterprises are examples of the scope of an architecture according to the TOGAF Standard. An enterprise is defined as any collection of organizations that has a common set of goals and/or a single bottom line. Enterprises can be whole corporations or divisions of a corporation, government agencies or single government departments, partnerships and alliances of businesses working together, etc.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.1 Core Concepts.
Question #18
Complete the sentence When considering agile development Architecture to Support Project will identify what products the Enterprise needs the boundary of the products and what constraints a product owner has. this defines the Enterprise’s___________.
- A . operations
- B . backlog
- C . workflow management
- D . lifecycle economics
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
When considering agile development, Architecture to Support Project will identify what products the enterprise needs, the boundary of the products, and what constraints a product owner has. This defines the enterprise’s backlog. A backlog is a list of features or tasks that need to be done to deliver a product or service. It is prioritized by the product owner based on the value and urgency of each item.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.5 Architecture to Support Project.
B
Explanation:
When considering agile development, Architecture to Support Project will identify what products the enterprise needs, the boundary of the products, and what constraints a product owner has. This defines the enterprise’s backlog. A backlog is a list of features or tasks that need to be done to deliver a product or service. It is prioritized by the product owner based on the value and urgency of each item.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.5 Architecture to Support Project.
Question #19
Which of the following is included as part of Architecture Governance1?
- A . Ensuring compliance with internal and external standards and regulatory obligations
- B . Creating and maintaining the Statement of Architecture Work though out the ADM cycle
- C . Managing Stakeholders and their requirements
- D . Interacting with the CxO level on Enterprise Architecture
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Ensuring compliance with internal and external standards and regulatory obligations is one of the activities included as part of Architecture Governance. Architecture Governance is the practice and orientation by which enterprise architectures and other architectures are managed and controlled at an enterprise-wide level. It involves establishing processes, roles, responsibilities, policies, and standards to ensure that architectures are aligned with the enterprise’s strategy and objectives, and meet the quality and performance requirements.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.6 Architecture Governance.
A
Explanation:
Ensuring compliance with internal and external standards and regulatory obligations is one of the activities included as part of Architecture Governance. Architecture Governance is the practice and orientation by which enterprise architectures and other architectures are managed and controlled at an enterprise-wide level. It involves establishing processes, roles, responsibilities, policies, and standards to ensure that architectures are aligned with the enterprise’s strategy and objectives, and meet the quality and performance requirements.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.6 Architecture Governance.
Question #20
Complete the sentence The Enterprise Continuum provides methods for classifying architecture artifacts as they evolve from________________________.
- A . Solutions Architectures to Solution Building Blocks
- B . generic architectures to reusable Solution Building Blocks
- C . Foundation Architectures to re-usable architecture assets
- D . generic architectures to Organization-Specific Architectures
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
The Enterprise Continuum provides methods for classifying architecture artifacts as they evolve from generic architectures to Organization-Specific Architectures. Generic architectures are architectures that have been developed for use across a wide range of enterprises with similar characteristics. They provide common models, functions, and services that can be reused and adapted for specific purposes. Organization-Specific Architectures are architectures that have been tailored to meet the needs and requirements of a particular enterprise or a major organizational unit within an enterprise. They reflect the unique vision, goals, culture, structure, processes, systems, and technologies of that enterprise or unit.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.3 Enterprise Continuum.
D
Explanation:
The Enterprise Continuum provides methods for classifying architecture artifacts as they evolve from generic architectures to Organization-Specific Architectures. Generic architectures are architectures that have been developed for use across a wide range of enterprises with similar characteristics. They provide common models, functions, and services that can be reused and adapted for specific purposes. Organization-Specific Architectures are architectures that have been tailored to meet the needs and requirements of a particular enterprise or a major organizational unit within an enterprise. They reflect the unique vision, goals, culture, structure, processes, systems, and technologies of that enterprise or unit.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.3 Enterprise Continuum.
Question #21
What are the following activities part of?
• Initial risk assessment
• Risk mitigation and residual risk assessment
• Risk monitoring
- A . Risk Management
- B . Phase A
- C . Security Architecture
- D . Phase C
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
The following activities are part of Risk Management:
– Initial risk assessment
– Risk mitigation and residual risk assessment
– Risk monitoring
Risk Management is the process of identifying, assessing, and responding to risks that may affect the achievement of the enterprise’s objectives. Risk Management involves balancing positive and negative outcomes resulting from the realization of either opportunities or threats.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.3 Risk Management.
A
Explanation:
The following activities are part of Risk Management:
– Initial risk assessment
– Risk mitigation and residual risk assessment
– Risk monitoring
Risk Management is the process of identifying, assessing, and responding to risks that may affect the achievement of the enterprise’s objectives. Risk Management involves balancing positive and negative outcomes resulting from the realization of either opportunities or threats.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.3 Risk Management.
Question #22
Which of the following statements about architecture partitioning are correct*?
1 Partitions are used to simplify the management of the Enterprise Architecture
2 Partitions are equivalent to architecture levels
3 Partitions enable different teams to work on different element of the architecture at the same time.
4 Partitions reflect the organization’s structure
- A . 2&3
- B . 1&3
- C . 1&4
- D . 2&4
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Statements 1 and 3 about architecture partitioning are correct. Architecture partitioning is the technique of dividing an architecture into smaller and more manageable parts that can be developed, maintained, and governed independently. Partitions are used to simplify the management of the Enterprise Architecture and to enable different teams to work on different elements of the architecture at the same time. Partitions are not equivalent to architecture levels, which are different degrees of abstraction or detail in an architecture. Partitions do not necessarily reflect the organization’s structure, which may change over time or differ from the architecture’s scope and boundaries.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.5 Architecture Partitioning.
B
Explanation:
Statements 1 and 3 about architecture partitioning are correct. Architecture partitioning is the technique of dividing an architecture into smaller and more manageable parts that can be developed, maintained, and governed independently. Partitions are used to simplify the management of the Enterprise Architecture and to enable different teams to work on different elements of the architecture at the same time. Partitions are not equivalent to architecture levels, which are different degrees of abstraction or detail in an architecture. Partitions do not necessarily reflect the organization’s structure, which may change over time or differ from the architecture’s scope and boundaries.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.5 Architecture Partitioning.
Question #23
Complete the sentence The Architecture Landscape is divided into levels known as__________________________.
- A . Gaps Plateaus, and Target Architectures
- B . Baseline. Transition and To Be Architectures
- C . Segment Strategic and Capability Architectures
- D . Transitional Complete and incremental Architectures
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
The Architecture Landscape is divided into levels known as Segment Strategic and Capability Architectures. These levels correspond to different scopes and purposes of architectures within an enterprise. Segment Architectures are architectures that address specific business units, functions, or processes within an enterprise. Strategic Architectures are architectures that provide a high-level view of the enterprise’s vision, goals, and direction. Capability Architectures are architectures that address specific business capabilities or services that span multiple segments or domains.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.4 Architecture Repository.
C
Explanation:
The Architecture Landscape is divided into levels known as Segment Strategic and Capability Architectures. These levels correspond to different scopes and purposes of architectures within an enterprise. Segment Architectures are architectures that address specific business units, functions, or processes within an enterprise. Strategic Architectures are architectures that provide a high-level view of the enterprise’s vision, goals, and direction. Capability Architectures are architectures that address specific business capabilities or services that span multiple segments or domains.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 2.4 Architecture Repository.
Question #24
Which of the following supports the need to govern Enterprise Architecture?
- A . The Architecture Project mandates the governance of the target architecture
- B . The TOGAF standard cannot be used without executive governance
- C . Best practice governance enables the organization to control value realization
- D . The Stakeholders preferences may go beyond the architecture project scope and needs control
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
This statement best supports the need to govern Enterprise Architecture. Best practice governance enables the organization to control value realization by ensuring that architectures are aligned with the enterprise’s strategy and objectives, meet the quality and performance requirements, and deliver the expected benefits and outcomes. The Architecture Project does not mandate the governance of the target architecture, but rather follows the governance framework established by the enterprise. The TOGAF standard can be used without executive governance, but it is recommended that executive sponsorship and support are obtained for successful architecture development and transition. The Stakeholders preferences may go beyond the architecture project scope and need control, but this is not the primary reason for governing Enterprise Architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.6 Architecture Governance.
C
Explanation:
This statement best supports the need to govern Enterprise Architecture. Best practice governance enables the organization to control value realization by ensuring that architectures are aligned with the enterprise’s strategy and objectives, meet the quality and performance requirements, and deliver the expected benefits and outcomes. The Architecture Project does not mandate the governance of the target architecture, but rather follows the governance framework established by the enterprise. The TOGAF standard can be used without executive governance, but it is recommended that executive sponsorship and support are obtained for successful architecture development and transition. The Stakeholders preferences may go beyond the architecture project scope and need control, but this is not the primary reason for governing Enterprise Architecture.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.3.6 Architecture Governance.
Question #25
Which section of the TOGAF template for Architecture Principles should describe the relationship to other principles?
- A . Name
- B . Rationale
- C . Statement
- D . Implications
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
According to the TOGAF template for Architecture Principles, the Rationale section should describe the relationship to other principles, as well as the business benefits and the intentions of adhering to the principle. The Rationale section should use business terminology and point to the similarity of information and technology principles to the principles governing business operations. The Rationale section should also explain how the principle supports the achievement of the business objectives and key architecture drivers.
Reference:
Architecture Principles Template
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 – Architecture Principles
The Open Group Exam OGEA-103 Topic 1 Question 4 Discussion
B
Explanation:
According to the TOGAF template for Architecture Principles, the Rationale section should describe the relationship to other principles, as well as the business benefits and the intentions of adhering to the principle. The Rationale section should use business terminology and point to the similarity of information and technology principles to the principles governing business operations. The Rationale section should also explain how the principle supports the achievement of the business objectives and key architecture drivers.
Reference:
Architecture Principles Template
The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2 – Architecture Principles
The Open Group Exam OGEA-103 Topic 1 Question 4 Discussion
Question #26
Consider the following ADM phases objectives.
Which phase does each objective match?
- A . 1F-2G-3F-4F
- B . 1E-2F-3E-4G
- C . 1G-2E-3F-4E
- D . 1F-2F-3E-4G
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
1E: To identify delivery vehicles (projects programs portfolios) that will deliver the Target Architecture 2F: To confirm readiness and ability to undergo change 3E: To determine whether an incremental approach is required and if so identify Transition Architectures that will deliver continuous business value 4G: To perform appropriate governance functions while the solution is being implemented
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 ADM Phases.
B
Explanation:
1E: To identify delivery vehicles (projects programs portfolios) that will deliver the Target Architecture 2F: To confirm readiness and ability to undergo change 3E: To determine whether an incremental approach is required and if so identify Transition Architectures that will deliver continuous business value 4G: To perform appropriate governance functions while the solution is being implemented
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 ADM Phases.
Question #27
Which statement best describes iteration and the ADM?
- A . The ADM is iterative within the first cycle and then between phases
- B . The level of detail is defined once and applies to all iterations
- C . The ADM is sequential Iteration is applied within phases
- D . The ADM is iterative, over the whole process between phases and within phases
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
This statement best describes iteration and the ADM. The ADM is iterative over the whole process between phases and within phases because it allows for feedback loops and refinements at any point in the architecture development and transition process. Iteration enables architects to address changing requirements, assumptions, constraints, and environments; to validate and improve architectures; to manage risks and issues; and to ensure stakeholder satisfaction and value realization.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.1 Introduction to the ADM.
D
Explanation:
This statement best describes iteration and the ADM. The ADM is iterative over the whole process between phases and within phases because it allows for feedback loops and refinements at any point in the architecture development and transition process. Iteration enables architects to address changing requirements, assumptions, constraints, and environments; to validate and improve architectures; to manage risks and issues; and to ensure stakeholder satisfaction and value realization.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.1 Introduction to the ADM.
Question #28
What are the four dimensions used to scope an architecture?
- A . Business Data Application Technology
- B . Strategy Segment Capability Budget
- C . Breadth Depth Time Period Architecture Domains
- D . Strategy Portfolio Project Solution Delivery
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
The four dimensions used to scope an architecture are Breadth, Depth, Time Period, and Architecture Domains1, p. 8.
Breadth refers to the extent of the enterprise covered by the architecture, which can range from a specific business unit to the entire organization1, p. 8.
Depth refers to the level of detail and completeness of the architecture, which can vary depending on the purpose, scope, and stakeholders of the architecture1, p. 8.
Time Period refers to the temporal aspects of the architecture, such as the current state, the target state, and the transition plan1, p. 8.
Architecture Domains refers to the classification of the architecture into four domains: Business, Data, Application, and Technology1, p. 8.
These four dimensions help define the scope and boundaries of the architecture and ensure that it meets the needs and expectations of the stakeholders.
Reference: 1: The Open Group (2018). The TOGAF® Standard, Version 9.2. 1
C
Explanation:
The four dimensions used to scope an architecture are Breadth, Depth, Time Period, and Architecture Domains1, p. 8.
Breadth refers to the extent of the enterprise covered by the architecture, which can range from a specific business unit to the entire organization1, p. 8.
Depth refers to the level of detail and completeness of the architecture, which can vary depending on the purpose, scope, and stakeholders of the architecture1, p. 8.
Time Period refers to the temporal aspects of the architecture, such as the current state, the target state, and the transition plan1, p. 8.
Architecture Domains refers to the classification of the architecture into four domains: Business, Data, Application, and Technology1, p. 8.
These four dimensions help define the scope and boundaries of the architecture and ensure that it meets the needs and expectations of the stakeholders.
Reference: 1: The Open Group (2018). The TOGAF® Standard, Version 9.2. 1
Question #29
Consider the following statement:
Separate projects may operate their own ADM cycles concurrently, with relationships between the different projects
What does it illustrate?
- A . Implementation governance
- B . Enterprise Architecture
- C . Iteration
- D . Requirements management
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
The statement illustrates iteration and the ADM. Iteration is the technique of repeating a process or a phase with the aim of improving or refining the outcome. Iteration allows for feedback loops and adaptations at any point in the architecture development and transition process. Separate projects may operate their own ADM cycles concurrently, with relationships between the different projects, to address different aspects or levels of the architecture in an iterative manner.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.1 Introduction to the ADM.
C
Explanation:
The statement illustrates iteration and the ADM. Iteration is the technique of repeating a process or a phase with the aim of improving or refining the outcome. Iteration allows for feedback loops and adaptations at any point in the architecture development and transition process. Separate projects may operate their own ADM cycles concurrently, with relationships between the different projects, to address different aspects or levels of the architecture in an iterative manner.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.1 Introduction to the ADM.
Question #30
Which of the following is the ability to develop use and sustain the architecture of a particular enterprise using architecture to govern change?
- A . An EA Capability
- B . An EA repository
- C . An EA framework
- D . An Enterprise Architecture
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
The ability to develop, use, and sustain the architecture of a particular enterprise using architecture to govern change is an EA Capability. An EA Capability is a set of skills, processes, roles, responsibilities, tools, and techniques that enable an enterprise to successfully develop and maintain its Enterprise Architecture and achieve its desired outcomes. An EA Capability is part of an enterprise’s overall capability portfolio and should be aligned with its strategy and objectives.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 Preliminary Phase.
A
Explanation:
The ability to develop, use, and sustain the architecture of a particular enterprise using architecture to govern change is an EA Capability. An EA Capability is a set of skills, processes, roles, responsibilities, tools, and techniques that enable an enterprise to successfully develop and maintain its Enterprise Architecture and achieve its desired outcomes. An EA Capability is part of an enterprise’s overall capability portfolio and should be aligned with its strategy and objectives.
Reference: The TOGAF® Standard | The Open Group Website, Section 3.2 Preliminary Phase.