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A future state data model is created to depict how information will be structured in a proposed solution but the analyst is also interested in modeling how and when data is transformed throughout various processes across the organization. In which model would the analyst find this information?
Suggested Answer: B
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A data flow diagram (DFD) is a graphical representation of how data flows and transforms through a system or process. A DFD shows the sources and destinations of data, the data inputs and outputs, the data transformations and logic, and the data stores and flows. A DFD can help the analyst model how and when data is transformed throughout various processes across the organization, as well as identify potential data quality issues, bottlenecks, and redundancies. A DFD can also complement a future state data model by showing the relationships and dependencies among the data entities and attributes.Reference:
Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA - CBDA), IIBA, accessed on January 20, 2024.
Guide to Business Data Analytics, IIBA, 2020, p. 19-20.
36 comments · newest first
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Wilford
11 months ago
Physical data model is more about structure, not transformation.
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Lashaun
11 months ago
Wait, is there really a model just for data transformation? Sounds interesting!
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Marcelle
12 months ago
Agreed, the Data transformation model makes the most sense.
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Talia
12 months ago
I think it's actually the Data flow diagram.
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Rosio
1 year ago
Definitely the Data transformation model!
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Annmarie
1 year ago
I thought the physical data model was more about the actual database structure, not the transformation processes.
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Mauricio
1 year ago
I feel like the data transformation model could be relevant, but I can't recall if that's specifically what it's called.
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Franchesca
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about process flows being more about the steps rather than the data itself.
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Jacquline
1 year ago
I think the data flow diagram might be the right choice since it shows how data moves and transforms through processes.
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Valentine
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by the wording of this question. It seems to be mixing concepts of data modeling and process modeling. I'm not sure if the "future state data model" is referring to the physical data model or something else. I'll have to make an educated guess on this one.
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Dana
1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The question is asking about modeling the transformations that happen to data across the organization. That sounds like it's referring to the data transformation model, so I'm going to go with C.
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Marshall
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions a "future state data model," so I'm wondering if that's referring to the physical data model. But then it also talks about transformations, which makes me think it could be the data transformation model. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Earleen
1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question about data modeling. I think the key is to focus on the part about "how and when data is transformed throughout various processes." That sounds like it's asking about the process flow or data flow, so I'll go with A or B.
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Albert
1 year ago
I remember practicing a question that mentioned what a PPM company does, and it feels like it might be closer to this situation. They manage contracts, right?
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Alaine
1 year ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about where the VIOM management server information might be stored.
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Ammie
1 year ago
This seems straightforward - the customer wants to reduce costs and environmental impact, so I'll go with sustainability and cost efficiency.
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Bettina
1 year ago
This looks like a pretty straightforward question. I think the key is to identify the required functionality and then match the appropriate profiles.
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Fernanda
1 year ago
None of the above? Really? I feel pretty confident that one of those options should work. I'm leaning towards the Trusted Subsystem pattern, but I'll double-check the details before committing to an answer.
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Thurman
2 years ago
C) Data transformation model sounds like the way to go. I mean, who doesn't love a good data transformation, am I right?
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Gwenn
2 years ago
D) Physical data model
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Arlen
2 years ago
C) Data transformation model
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Mammie
2 years ago
B) Data flow diagram
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Rikki
2 years ago
C) Data transformation model
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Pauline
2 years ago
A) Process flows
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Tashia
2 years ago
B) Data flow diagram
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Dorinda
2 years ago
A) Process flows
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Jina
2 years ago
Haha, I bet the answer is D) Physical data model. You know what they say, 'If it ain't physical, it ain't real!'
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Francine
2 years ago
Hmm, I'm not sure. I was thinking B) Data flow diagram might also work, since it shows the movement of data through the system.
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Lisbeth
2 years ago
I think the answer is C) Data transformation model. It seems like the perfect place to model how and when data is transformed throughout various processes.
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Sarina
2 years ago
I think it could also be A) Process flows, as it shows how data is transformed in different processes.
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Lisandra
2 years ago
C: Yes, that's where you would find information on how and when data is transformed.
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Anthony
2 years ago
B: I agree, it makes sense to model data transformation in that model.
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Sarina
2 years ago
I agree, C) Data transformation model is the right choice.
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Teddy
2 years ago
I think it could also be A) Process flows, as it shows how data moves through different processes in the organization.
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Reita
2 years ago
I agree, C) Data transformation model makes the most sense for modeling data transformation processes.
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Kimberely
2 years ago
A: I think the answer is C) Data transformation model.