Design Theme MSP-FOUNDATION-5TH-EDITION Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · medium

   A transport authority is planning a programme to introduce a new ticketing system. The programme team is developing the Blueprint and needs to ensure it aligns with the organization's strategy of improving customer satisfaction. What should the team do to ensure this alignment?

   • AUse the previous year's Blueprint as a template, as the organization's strategy is unlikely to have changed significantly.
   • BAsk the Senior Responsible Owner to approve the Blueprint without stakeholder input, as they are accountable for the programme.
   • CInvolve key stakeholders, including customer representatives, in developing the Blueprint to ensure it reflects the strategic goal of improving customer satisfaction.
   • DDevelop the Blueprint based on the technical capabilities of the new ticketing system, as this is the main driver of the programme.
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2. 2foundation · easy

   What indicates that the Design theme is adaptable to change?

   • AStakeholder feedback is collected but not acted upon
   • BThe Business Case is ignored once approved
   • CThe blueprint is reviewed and updated when significant changes occur
   • DThe blueprint is fixed at the start and never changed
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4. 3expert · hard

   A non-profit organization is running a programme to modernize its donor management system. The Blueprint has been developed, but the programme board is concerned that it is too detailed and prescriptive, leaving little room for adaptation as the programme progresses. The organization operates in a rapidly changing environment. What is the most appropriate action?

   • AReview the Blueprint to ensure it defines the target state at an appropriate level of detail, allowing for flexibility and adaptation as circumstances change.
   • BKeep the Blueprint as it is, as a detailed and prescriptive approach ensures clarity and reduces ambiguity.
   • CAsk the Senior Responsible Owner to make the final decision on the Blueprint's level of detail, as they are accountable for the programme.
   • DReplace the Blueprint with a simple list of benefits to avoid over-specifying the target state.
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5. 4application · medium

   A manufacturing company is starting a programme to implement an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. The programme board is discussing the scope of the Design theme. Which statement best describes what the Design theme should cover?

   • AIdentifying the specific software modules and vendors that will be used to implement the ERP system.
   • BPlanning the detailed activities and milestones for the implementation of the ERP system.
   • CEstablishing the governance structure and reporting lines for the programme board and its committees.
   • DDefining the target operating model, including the future processes, organization, and technology, and how benefits will be realized.
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6. 5expert · hard

   A healthcare provider is running a programme to introduce a new patient records system. The Blueprint was developed six months ago, and since then, the organization has undergone a major restructuring, with several departments merged. The Programme Manager has not updated the Blueprint because the changes are considered 'internal' and not directly related to the system. The Business Change Manager is concerned that the Blueprint is no longer fit for purpose. What should the programme do?

   • ACreate a new programme to address the restructuring, separate from the patient records system programme.
   • BReview and update the Blueprint to reflect the new organizational structure, as the target operating model must remain aligned with the current strategy and environment.
   • CAsk the Senior Responsible Owner to approve the existing Blueprint to avoid delays in the programme.
   • DContinue with the existing Blueprint, as the restructuring does not affect the technical implementation of the patient records system.
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