Discuss IIBA CBAP Exam Topic 3 Question 113

When is stakeholder analysis performed?

AAs soon as the project charter is created.

BAs soon as the project sponsor is named.

CAs soon as a business need is identified.

DAs soon as a business solution is identified.

Suggested Answer: C

Stakeholder analysis is performed as soon as a business need is identified, as this is the first step in the business analysis process. Stakeholder analysis helps to identify who are the people or groups that have an interest or influence in the project, what are their needs and expectations, and how to engage them effectively. Stakeholder analysis is essential for defining the project scope, objectives, requirements, risks, and success criteria.Stakeholder analysis is also an ongoing process that should be revisited throughout the project lifecycle, as stakeholders may change or new ones may emerge12.Reference:

Stakeholder Analysis: Overview, Tools and Techniques - KnowledgeHut

How to Perform a Stakeholder Analysis | Lucidchart

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30 comments · newest first

Hortencia 10 months ago

C makes sense too, but A is more common.

Rosendo 11 months ago

Totally agree, A is the right answer!

Nichelle 11 months ago

It's usually done after the project charter is created.

Oliva 11 months ago

Wait, is it really done that early? Seems too soon.

Izetta 11 months ago

Stakeholder analysis helps identify interests and influence.

Brock 11 months ago

I feel like it might be related to identifying a business solution, but that seems too late in the process for stakeholder analysis.

Kandis 12 months ago

I want to say it's done as soon as a business need is identified, but I could be mixing it up with another topic we covered.

Leslie 12 months ago

I remember practicing a question where it mentioned the project sponsor, but I feel like that's not the right time for stakeholder analysis.

Lonna 1 year ago

I think stakeholder analysis happens right after the project charter is created, but I'm not completely sure.

Annamae 1 year ago

Ah yes, I remember now. Stakeholder analysis is a crucial early step in the project management process, and it's typically done as soon as a business need is identified, before any formal project documentation is created. That makes the most sense to me.

Jaime 1 year ago

I'm a little confused on this one. Is stakeholder analysis done right when the project sponsor is named, or is it a bit later in the process? I'll have to think it through step-by-step.

Edwin 1 year ago

I've got this! Stakeholder analysis is performed as soon as a business need is identified, before the project charter is even created. That's when you need to identify all the key stakeholders who will be impacted by the project.

Alesia 1 year ago

Okay, let me see here. I'm pretty sure stakeholder analysis is done early on in the project, but I'm not sure if it's as soon as the project charter is created or a bit later. I'll have to review my notes.

Casie 1 year ago

Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think through the project management process carefully to determine when stakeholder analysis is typically performed.

Glenn 1 year ago

Stakeholder analysis is like dating - you want to know who your potential partners are before you dive in head first. Option C all the way!

Chan 1 year ago

Haha, imagine waiting until the project sponsor is named to do stakeholder analysis. By that point, you'd already be in hot water! Option C is the clear winner here.

Alesia 1 year ago

I'm going with C as well. Stakeholder analysis helps shape the project from the very beginning. It's not something you do after the fact.

Stevie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Alesia

B) As soon as the project sponsor is named.

Kallie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Alesia

A) As soon as the project charter is created.

Page 1 year ago

I disagree with Bronwyn, because stakeholders should be identified before finalizing the business solution.

Herschel 1 year ago

Definitely option C. Stakeholder identification is a crucial first step in any project. Can't believe anyone would wait until a solution is already in place!

Tyisha 1 year ago

↳ replying to Herschel

Waiting until a business solution is identified could lead to missed opportunities and potential conflicts.

Jennie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Herschel

It's important to involve key stakeholders from the beginning to ensure project success.

Terina 1 year ago

↳ replying to Herschel

I agree, stakeholder analysis should definitely be done as soon as a business need is identified.

Bronwyn 1 year ago

I believe stakeholder analysis should be done as soon as a business solution is identified.

Gail 1 year ago

I agree with Agustin, because identifying the business need helps in understanding who the stakeholders are.

Edna 1 year ago

I think stakeholder analysis should be done as soon as a business need is identified. That way, we can understand who's involved and their interests early on.

Ernie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Edna

C) As soon as a business need is identified.

Nana 1 year ago

↳ replying to Edna

A) As soon as the project charter is created.

Agustin 1 year ago

I think stakeholder analysis is performed as soon as a business need is identified.

IIBA CBAP Exam - Topic 3 Question 113 Discussion