Enterprise and Information Architecture CGEIT Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   Which statement best describes enterprise architecture?

   • AA framework for managing IT projects
   • BA collection of software applications used across the enterprise
   • CA blueprint that defines the structure and operation of an organization to achieve its current and future objectives
   • DA set of hardware standards for all IT equipment
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2. 22expert · hard

   A mid-sized insurance company has an enterprise architecture practice that produces architecture artifacts, but these artifacts are rarely used in project decisions. The architecture team is seen as a documentation function rather than a strategic partner. The CIO wants to increase the maturity of the architecture practice. What is the most effective first step?

   • AAdopt a new enterprise architecture framework.
   • BHire more enterprise architects to produce more documentation.
   • CConduct a maturity assessment and publish the results.
   • DIntegrate architecture review into the project management lifecycle.
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4. 23foundation · easy

   How does information architecture differ from enterprise architecture?

   • AInformation architecture is a subset of enterprise architecture focusing on data and information
   • BEnterprise architecture is only about hardware, while information architecture is about software
   • CThey are the same concept with different names
   • DInformation architecture is about business processes, while enterprise architecture is about data
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5. 24application · medium

   A large financial services firm has established an enterprise architecture practice, but project teams often bypass architectural standards to meet deadlines. The CIO wants to ensure that architecture decisions are consistently followed. What is the most effective way to enforce architecture governance?

   • ACreate a detailed enterprise architecture document and publish it on the intranet.
   • BRequire all projects to use the same technology stack.
   • CEstablish an architecture review board with authority to approve or reject project designs.
   • DConduct annual architecture audits and report findings to the board.
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6. 25foundation · easy

   What is the primary role of an enterprise architecture review board?

   • ATo develop all application software for the enterprise
   • BTo manage the organization's financial budget
   • CTo approve and oversee changes to the enterprise architecture
   • DTo perform daily IT support tasks
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