PeopleCert ITIL 4 Foundation Exam - Topic 5 Question 119 Discussion

Actual exam question for PeopleCert's ITIL 4 Foundation exam

Question #: 119
Topic #: 5

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For which purpose would the continual improvement practice use a SWOT analysis?

AUnderstanding the current state

BDefining the future desired state

CTracking and managing ideas

DEnsuring everyone actively participates

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Suggested Answer: A

A SWOT (also known as SLOT) analysis is a powerful strategic planning tool usedto evaluate the Strengths, Weaknesses/Limitations, Opportunities and Threats to a project or business

http://steppingstonesforbusiness.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/FS116-SWOT-Analysis-for-Continuous-Improvement.pdf

by Verda at Mar 03, 2026, 06:01 AM

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Gilma

3 days ago

Totally agree, it's all about knowing where you stand!

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Laura

8 days ago

A SWOT analysis helps in understanding the current state.

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Tamar

13 days ago

I recall that participation is important, but I don't think that's the main purpose of a SWOT analysis. So maybe it's not D?

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Richelle

19 days ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like tracking ideas might be more related to option C.

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Elise

24 days ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about defining future goals with SWOT. Could it be B?

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Lavonda

29 days ago

I think a SWOT analysis is mainly about understanding the current state, so I might lean towards option A.

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