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A Business Analyst is reviewing the stakeholder management strategy for a high profile I Human Resources (HR) protect.
Following an organizational restructure, Harvey's role has changed from Director of Operations to Director of HR and he has Inherited sponsorship of the project. Harvey was previously involved in the project, but had little interest because his focus was on the Operational Projects that he sponsored.
Which of the following sets of stakeholder management strategies represent appropriate approaches for Harvey; firstly for when the project started and secondly now that his role has changed?
Suggested Answer: D
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The parts of the Business Change lifecycle that the business analyst will have supported are Realisation, Design and Implementation. Realisation is the phase where the benefits defined in the benefits plan are evaluated and measured. The business analyst will support this phase by assisting in the evaluation of the benefits (a). Design is the phase where the elements that will support the change are defined and developed. The business analyst will support this phase by leading requirements elicitation and clarification activities (b). Implementation is the phase where the change is embedded into the organisation and its processes. The business analyst will support this phase by delivering coaching, training and ongoing support for any changes to existing processes .
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Starr
11 months ago
Surprised he was ignored before, that seems risky!
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Christene
11 months ago
Option B makes no sense, he should be kept on side!
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Evan
12 months ago
Wait, how can you ignore a stakeholder with high power?
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Rueben
12 months ago
Totally agree, he needs to be actively managed now.
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Gayla
1 year ago
Harvey's role change definitely shifts his power and interest!
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Yolande
1 year ago
I recall that we learned about the importance of adapting strategies as roles change. I think "keep on side" might be a good approach for Harvey now, but I’m not entirely confident.
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Kristian
1 year ago
I’m a bit confused about the "keep watch" strategy. It seems like it might not be enough now that Harvey is more involved.
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Marion
1 year ago
I think we practiced a similar question where we had to identify strategies based on stakeholder influence. I feel like constant active management is key for someone in Harvey's new position.
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Colette
1 year ago
I remember discussing how stakeholder power and interest can shift with role changes, but I'm not sure if "ignore" is ever a good strategy.
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Odette
1 year ago
I feel pretty confident about this. Analyzing the changes in Harvey's role and how that impacts his stakeholder management needs should lead me to the right answer.
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Wynell
1 year ago
This is a good one. I'll need to really focus on the details of the question and apply my knowledge of stakeholder management principles.
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Kenneth
1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The key is understanding how Harvey's power and interest in the project have changed due to his new role. I'll need to analyze that carefully.
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Matthew
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused. I'll need to think through the different stakeholder management strategies and how they apply to Harvey's situation.
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William
1 year ago
This seems like a tricky question. I'll need to carefully consider how Harvey's role change impacts his stakeholder management needs.
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Elfriede
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions passing a CaseData node, but I'm not sure how that relates to the merge code options provided. I'll need to think this through step-by-step.
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Edmond
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by the different options. I need to make sure I understand the requirements and how they map to the DMN models presented.
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Kerry
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. I know call variables are useful, but I'm not sure I can confidently identify the two key characteristics. I'll need to review my notes on call variables before attempting this.
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Gregg
1 year ago
Ah, the joys of organizational restructuring. Harvey's probably doing a happy dance now that he's the big boss of the HR project. Gotta keep that guy on a short leash, or he might start handing out free massages and spa days to all the employees!
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Rasheeda
1 year ago
Can't let him go wild with those spa days!
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Gianna
1 year ago
Now he needs constant active management as a stakeholder.
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Georgiana
1 year ago
He went from low power and interest to high power and interest in the project.
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Eun
1 year ago
Harvey's role change means his stakeholder management strategy needs to change too.
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Tyra
1 year ago
You know what they say, 'with great power comes great responsibility.' Harvey's now got a lot more power over this project, so Option B is the way to handle him as a stakeholder. Time to give him the VIP treatment!
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Glendora
1 year ago
Looks like Harvey's gone from 'meh' to 'ooh, this is my baby now!' Great that the question addresses the shift in his role and interest. Constant active management is the way to go, so Option B is the correct answer.
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Kristel
1 year ago
Absolutely, it's important to adapt stakeholder management strategies based on their power and interest in the project. Option B is the best approach for Harvey now.
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Rosalind
1 year ago
I agree, it's interesting to see how a change in role can shift someone's level of interest and involvement in a project.
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Tasia
1 year ago
Constant active management is definitely key now that Harvey's role has changed. He's all in on the HR project.
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Alesia
2 years ago
Oof, talk about a shift in power dynamics! Harvey was just coasting along as an uninvolved Director of Operations, but now he's calling the shots as the HR project sponsor. Gotta keep that guy happy, no more ignoring him. Option B is the way to go.
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Mariko
1 year ago
Yeah, now he needs constant active management as a stakeholder.
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Ora
1 year ago
Definitely, he went from being uninvolved to being the project sponsor.
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Justine
1 year ago
Harvey's role change really shook things up!
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Lakeesha
2 years ago
Oh, I see. So, the correct approach is to keep watch and constantly manage the stakeholders, right?
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Valentine
2 years ago
As the Director of HR, Harvey's role and influence on the project have clearly increased. Ignoring him as a stakeholder was appropriate when he was just the Director of Operations, but now that he's the sponsor, he needs constant active management. Option B is the right choice here.
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Paris
1 year ago
It's important to adapt stakeholder management strategies based on changes in roles and responsibilities within the project team.
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Audria
1 year ago
His power and interest in the project have increased, so option B, constant active management, is the appropriate approach for Harvey now.
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Justine
2 years ago
When he was Director of Operations, he could be ignored as a stakeholder, but now that he's the sponsor of the project, he needs constant active management.
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Vincent
2 years ago
Harvey's role has changed from Director of Operations to Director of HR, so his stakeholder management strategy needs to change as well.
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Kathrine
2 years ago
No, that's not right. Harvey's role has changed, so he needs constant active management of stakeholders now.
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Lakeesha
2 years ago
I think Harvey should ignore the stakeholders now that he's in charge of the HR project.