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Analysis has revealed that what the business wants in the future is radically different from how it currently operates
How SHOULD the business analyst proceed from this point?
Suggested Answer: D
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37 comments · newest first
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Margurite
10 months ago
C seems risky. Skipping the 'as is' model could lead to big mistakes.
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Clare
11 months ago
I think B makes more sense. Why not improve what we have?
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Annice
11 months ago
Wait, are we really just ignoring the current model? That feels off.
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Isaac
11 months ago
D is smart! Keep the good stuff while moving forward.
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Alita
11 months ago
Sounds like A is the way to go. You need to know the current state first.
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Viola
11 months ago
I recall that focusing on effective tasks in the 'as is' model could help streamline the 'to be' model. Option D seems reasonable, but I wonder if it’s too narrow in scope.
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Leontine
12 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think identifying improvements in the 'as is' model is crucial. Option B might be the way to go.
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Hobert
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like jumping straight to the 'to be' model could overlook key issues in the 'as is' model. Maybe option C isn't the best?
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Audry
1 year ago
I remember we discussed the importance of understanding the current state before moving to the future state. So, I think option A makes sense.
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Dorothy
1 year ago
I'm leaning towards option B. Seems like the best way to bridge the gap between the current and future states. Plus, it gives me a chance to get creative with potential improvements. Time to put on my problem-solving hat!
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Shalon
1 year ago
Definitely going to go with option D on this one. Identifying what's working in the current process and carrying that over to the future model seems like a smart way to build on existing strengths. Gotta love a question that lets you cherry-pick the best bits!
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Yolande
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit torn on this one. Part of me wants to just focus on the 'to be' model since the business wants something radically different. But I can see the value in analyzing the current state first. Decisions, decisions!
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Deeann
1 year ago
This is a tricky one. I think I'd start by trying to really understand the current 'as is' model and its pain points before jumping straight into the 'to be' model. That seems like the safest approach.
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Sharan
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through. The question is asking about updating a trial version to a full license, so I'm guessing the serial number entry would be in a specific menu or window for that purpose. I'm leaning towards option C, but I'll double-check the details.
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Shaun
1 year ago
You know what they say, 'the only constant is change.' Looks like this business is in for a wild ride. I just hope they don't forget to pack their sense of humor for the journey!
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Elouise
1 year ago
I vote for option E: Bring in a team of monkeys, let them loose in the office, and see what they come up with. Guaranteed to be more creative than any human-made 'to be' model!
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Royal
1 year ago
Option D, all the way! Why reinvent the wheel? If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Let's keep the good stuff and build the 'to be' model around that. Efficiency, folks. Efficiency!
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Kris
1 year ago
I'd go with option A. Understand the current state before diving into the future state. It's like cleaning your room before redecorating - you need to know what you're working with first. Plus, the problems in the 'as is' model could inform the 'to be' design. Just my two cents.
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Millie
1 year ago
D) Identify tasks within the 'as is' process that are working effectively and consider them for inclusion in the 'to be' model
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Bobbye
1 year ago
I agree with option A. It's important to understand the current state before moving forward.
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Emilio
1 year ago
B) Identify potential improvements that can be made to the 'as is' model, to accommodate the 'to be' model
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Desmond
1 year ago
A) Develop an 'as is' model and define its problems before considering the 'to be' model
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Mozelle
1 year ago
I'm torn between B and D. On one hand, improving the 'as is' model to accommodate the 'to be' could be efficient. But identifying the effective parts of the current process and incorporating them into the future model also makes a lot of sense. Hmm, tough choice.
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Desiree
1 year ago
D) Identify tasks within the 'as is' process that are working effectively and consider them for inclusion in the 'to be' model
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Daron
1 year ago
I think both options have their merits. It might be helpful to weigh the pros and cons of each before making a decision.
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Quiana
1 year ago
B) Identify potential improvements that can be made to the 'as is' model, to accommodate the 'to be' model
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Arlette
1 year ago
A) Develop an 'as is' model and define its problems before considering the 'to be' model
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Lettie
2 years ago
Option C seems like the best approach to me. Why waste time on a detailed 'as is' model when the future needs are so different? Let's just focus on the 'to be' and get this show on the road!
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Lawana
1 year ago
I agree. It's important to strike a balance between understanding the current state and focusing on the future goals. Maybe a brief 'as is' model could help us achieve that.
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Annamaria
1 year ago
That's a good point. Maybe we can quickly outline the key components of the current operations to ensure we don't miss anything crucial in the 'to be' model.
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Delisa
1 year ago
But what if there are important aspects of the current operations that we need to carry over to the future model? Maybe developing an 'as is' model could help us identify those.
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Anabel
1 year ago
Option C seems like the best approach to me. Why waste time on a detailed 'as is' model when the future needs are so different? Let's just focus on the 'to be' and get this show on the road!
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Buck
1 year ago
I think it's important to develop an 'as is' model first to understand the current problems before moving on to the 'to be' model. Option A seems like the right way to go.
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Titus
2 years ago
Option C seems like the best approach to me. Why waste time on a detailed 'as is' model when the future needs are so different? Let's just focus on the 'to be' and get this show on the road!
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Dominga
2 years ago
I think option B is also valid. We can make improvements to the current model to align with the future goals.
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Alecia
2 years ago
I agree with Carmen. It's important to identify the issues before moving on to the 'to be' model.
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Carmen
2 years ago
I think the business analyst should develop an 'as is' model first to understand the current problems.