BCS BAPv5 Exam - Topic 5 Question 15 Discussion

Actual exam question for BCS's BAPv5 exam

Question #: 15
Topic #: 5

Paula is a business analyst working for a small bespoke furniture manufacturing company. The newly appointed chief executive, Beverly, has asked Paula to lead an initiative to refresh and restate (where necessary) the organization's plan for the next financial year. Paula recently led a planning worksope with senior managers and has made the following notes about issues raised in the worshop:

The company....

a) Aims to supply 10% of the local bespoke furniture market by the end of the financial year.

b) Will Invest In local radio advertising and appoint a creative team to develop an appropriate advertisement

c) Will await the final draft of the annual accounts before considering investing in a new range of high-tech chairs.

d) Will adopt new 3D printing technologies to gain an advantage when quoting for bespoke furniture designs

e) Recognises that bespoke furniture will always be more expensive than mass-produced, standard furniture

Which of these notes will go into her MOST analysis?

Aa, b and d.

Ba, b and c.

Cb, c and e.

Da, d and e

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Suggested Answer: D

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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Cristen

3 months ago

Investing in 3D printing is a smart move for sure!

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Veda

4 months ago

I’m not sure about the 10% market goal, that sounds ambitious.

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Leslie

4 months ago

Wait, why would they wait for the annual accounts? Seems risky.

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Kathryn

4 months ago

Totally agree, those are key points!

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Vincenza

4 months ago

I think a, b, and d make the most sense for MOST analysis.

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Desmond

5 months ago

I feel like a, d, and e are definitely relevant, especially e since it highlights the pricing strategy. But I’m not completely confident about my choice.

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Milly

5 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to pick notes for a SWOT analysis. I wonder if c should be included since it's about future investments.

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Janine

5 months ago

I think options a, b, and d make sense because they relate to market goals and strategies, but I’m a bit confused about c.

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Donte

5 months ago

I remember we discussed how to identify factors for the MOST analysis, but I'm not sure if all the notes fit into that framework.

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Julian

5 months ago

This is a tricky one. I'm not sure if all the notes fit neatly into a SWOT framework. I might need to think about the overall strategic implications rather than just categorizing the points.

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Fletcher

5 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The company's aim to supply 10% of the local market is a Strength, the investment in advertising is an Opportunity, and the recognition that bespoke furniture is more expensive is a Weakness. I'll go with option A.

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Hyman

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward SWOT analysis question. I'll focus on identifying the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats based on the information provided.

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Lavina

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I need to make sure I understand the key elements of a SWOT analysis before I try to answer. Maybe I'll review my notes quickly.

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Lenita

5 months ago

Hmm, network congestion and incompatible codec seem like the most likely culprits here. I'll focus on those two options.

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Vernice

5 months ago

I'm pretty sure a network diagram can take the form of a flow chart, so I'll go with option A.

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Louisa

6 months ago

Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully read through the options and think about the structure of the input string.

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Irma

10 months ago

I'm going with B, just like the rest of the gang. Although, I do wonder if the company's recognition of bespoke furniture being more expensive than mass-produced stuff is worth a mention too. Hmm...

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Emerson

10 months ago

This is a tricky one, but I reckon B is the way to go. The company's goals, marketing strategy, and financial planning are the key elements of the MOST analysis.

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Tiera

9 months ago

I see your point, but I still think B is the best option for the MOST analysis.

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Lacey

9 months ago

I think A is also a good choice, as it includes the company's goals and investment in technology.

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Veronika

9 months ago

I agree, B covers the most important aspects of the company's plan.

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Verdell

10 months ago

Ha! I bet Beverly, the CEO, is just testing to see if Paula was actually paying attention in the workshop. Of course, the answer is B.

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Kenia

10 months ago

I'm not sure about this one. The 3D printing technology in d seems like it could be relevant, but I agree that a, b and c are the core elements of the MOST analysis.

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Arletta

9 months ago

But don't you think including d for the 3D printing technology could give them a competitive edge?

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Ira

9 months ago

I agree, those points cover the company's goals, advertising strategy, and financial considerations.

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Gladys

10 months ago

I think a, b and c are the most important for the MOST analysis.

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Major

11 months ago

Hmm, I think the correct answer is B. The MOST analysis should focus on the company's objectives, plans for marketing and the financial considerations, which are covered in a, b and c.

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Fannie

10 months ago

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Hana

10 months ago

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Rebbecca

11 months ago

I think the note about awaiting the final draft of the annual accounts before considering investing in a new range of high-tech chairs should also be included in the analysis. It shows a cautious approach to financial decisions.

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Remona

11 months ago

I agree with you, Daniela. The note about adopting new 3D printing technologies to gain an advantage in quoting for designs is also important for the analysis.

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Daniela

11 months ago

I think the notes about aiming to supply 10% of the local market and investing in local radio advertising should definitely go into the MOST analysis.

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