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CIPS L5M3 Exam - Topic 1 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L5M3 exam
Question #: 9
Topic #: 1
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Harry is negotiating a contract for a new IT system for his business. He is investing heavily in the system and wants the system to be able to provide the services he requires for the next 10 years. However he is aware that technology is changing quickly and would like to include a clause in the contract to ensure that the system he is purchasing is useable for the next 10 years. What should Harry include in the contract?

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Suggested Answer: B

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This is a fundamental breach. The key here is the scenario says 'huge issue'. Out of the four scenarios this one is the most important / serious and therefore will be the fundamental breach.


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Reita
4 months ago
Totally agree, change control is essential!
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Whitley
4 months ago
10 years? Technology changes way too fast for that!
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Viola
4 months ago
Limitation of liability? Not sure that’s relevant here.
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Sherron
4 months ago
I think benchmarking could help too.
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Glory
4 months ago
Change control is a must for long-term contracts!
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Jolene
5 months ago
Limitation of liability sounds more about protecting the vendor than ensuring the system's usability. I feel like change control is the better option for Harry's needs.
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Jenelle
5 months ago
I practiced a similar question where service credits were mentioned, but I don't see how they would apply here. Maybe I'm missing something?
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Helaine
5 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about benchmarking being important for assessing performance over time. Could that help?
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Rosalind
5 months ago
I think Harry should consider including a change control clause to address any future technology updates. It seems like a good way to ensure the system stays relevant.
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Ahmad
5 months ago
Ah, I remember this from the lectures. PDO does emulate missing database features, so that's the one that's not true. I'll mark that option.
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Linette
5 months ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording here. I'll need to re-read the question a few times.
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Dion
5 months ago
I remember practicing a question about permissions, and I feel like granting Bulk Change wasn't appropriate for contractors.
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Pa
5 months ago
HIPAA training seems crucial, but the question is asking about FIRST steps in staff development. Option D feels too specific. I think systematically assessing skill gaps makes more strategic sense.
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Cora
10 months ago
D. Change control, for sure. Gotta keep up with the times, even if it means a few extra hoops to jump through. At least it's better than being stuck with a dinosaur of a system!
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Haydee
10 months ago
Ah, the old 'future-proofing' dilemma. I'd go with D. Change control. Keeps things flexible and adaptable. Plus, it sounds like the most 'tech-savvy' option.
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Tiera
10 months ago
Hmm, I'm not sure. Maybe a combination of C. Benchmarking and D. Change control would be the way to go? Gotta cover all bases, you know.
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Hassie
9 months ago
User1: Definitely, having both benchmarking and change control will give Harry the reassurance he needs for the next 10 years.
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Whitley
9 months ago
User2: Yeah, I agree. Change control is also important to make sure any necessary updates can be implemented smoothly.
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Elena
9 months ago
User1: I think including benchmarking in the contract is a good idea. It will help ensure the system stays up-to-date.
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Rex
10 months ago
C. Benchmarking seems like a good idea, that way they can regularly assess the system's performance and make necessary changes.
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Elmer
9 months ago
User 2: Yeah, it's important to regularly assess and make improvements to keep up with technology changes.
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Virgilio
10 months ago
User 1: I think benchmarking is a good idea, it will help ensure the system stays up to date.
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Mammie
11 months ago
I think the answer is D. Change control would be the best option to ensure the system remains usable for the next 10 years as technology evolves.
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Elin
11 months ago
Limitation of liability should also be included to protect Harry in case of any unforeseen issues with the system.
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Regenia
11 months ago
I think service credits should be included so Harry can hold the vendor accountable for any downtime.
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Raelene
11 months ago
Harry should include benchmarking in the contract to ensure the system remains up-to-date.
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