Identify and Describe the Possible Challenges That IoT Presents to a Business or Organization. ITP-110 Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   A traditional manufacturing company is introducing IoT-enabled predictive maintenance. The operations team is used to reactive maintenance and is skeptical of data-driven recommendations. The IT team is focused on keeping systems running and is not used to collaborating with operations. What is the most important cultural change the company must foster to ensure successful IoT adoption?

   • AReplacing all existing staff with new hires who have IoT experience.
   • BEncouraging cross-functional collaboration between IT and operations teams to build trust in data-driven decisions.
   • CFocusing solely on technology implementation without addressing employee concerns.
   • DMandating that all maintenance decisions be made by the IT department.
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2. 12foundation · easy

   What is an ongoing operational expense in an IoT deployment?

   • AInitial installation fees
   • BNo ongoing costs exist
   • COne-time hardware purchase costs
   • DCloud data storage and processing fees
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4. 13application · medium

   A logistics company is deploying IoT trackers on shipping containers that travel through remote areas, including tunnels and rural highways. The trackers must report location and temperature data every 15 minutes. The company is evaluating connectivity options. Which connectivity approach is most appropriate for this use case?

   • AUse Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to ensure reliable connectivity in remote areas.
   • BUse cellular (LTE-M/NB-IoT) for broad coverage, but accept that some remote areas may have intermittent connectivity.
   • CUse satellite connectivity, which guarantees 100% coverage everywhere, including tunnels.
   • DUse Wi-Fi, as it provides high bandwidth and is available in most urban areas.
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5. 14application · medium

   A retail company is implementing IoT sensors to track inventory in real time. The current warehouse staff are trained in manual inventory counting. The company wants to transition these employees to new roles that leverage IoT data. What is the most important HR practice to implement?

   • AImmediately lay off all warehouse staff and hire new employees with IoT experience.
   • BOutsource all IoT-related roles to a third-party vendor.
   • CReduce the number of employees to cut costs, as IoT will automate most tasks.
   • DProvide training programs to upskill existing employees in data analysis and IoT system management.
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6. 15expert · hard

   A mid-sized manufacturer is considering implementing an IoT platform to monitor its production line. The company has a limited IT budget and is evaluating two options: a cloud-based IoT platform with a subscription fee, or an on-premises solution with a higher upfront cost. The company expects to scale the number of sensors over time. What is the most important financial consideration?

   • AThe cost of training IT staff, which is higher for the cloud solution.
   • BThe cost of electricity to run the on-premises servers.
   • CThe total cost of ownership over the expected lifespan, including scaling costs.
   • DThe initial cost of the sensors, which is the same for both options.
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