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PMI-PBA Exam - Topic 3 Question 69 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PMI-PBA exam
Question #: 69
Topic #: 3
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A business analyst is leading a project to implement automated order entry software at a local pizza restaurant. The business analyst has very little information about the project: the ordering process takes too long and often ends in incorrect orders.

What step should the business analyst take next?

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Suggested Answer: B

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Ming
2 months ago
C? We need to know what we're testing before that!
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Lucy
2 months ago
B sounds good too, but it might take too long.
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Rhea
3 months ago
Wait, why not just ask the staff directly about their issues?
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Angelica
3 months ago
D seems rushed. How can they pick software without understanding the process?
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Willie
3 months ago
A is definitely the way to go! Need to know the requirements first.
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Leota
3 months ago
I feel like jumping straight to selecting software, like in option D, would be a mistake. We need to know what the issues are before we can choose a solution, right?
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Kenneth
4 months ago
Identifying testing resources sounds important, but I wonder if we should really focus on understanding the ordering process first. Option C might be premature.
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Raymon
4 months ago
I remember a practice question where we had to assess the current state before making changes. Option B seems like it could help with that, but it feels a bit indirect.
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Johnna
4 months ago
I think the first step should be to gather requirements, so maybe option A is the best choice? But I'm not entirely sure if we need to analyze the current process first.
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Vicente
4 months ago
I feel like jumping straight to selecting software might lead to more issues. We should probably look at the current process first.
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Grover
4 months ago
Identifying testing resources seems a bit premature to me. We need to understand the problem first, right?
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Charlene
4 months ago
I remember a practice question where we had to analyze the current process before making any changes. Maybe option B makes sense?
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Dewitt
5 months ago
I think the first step should definitely be gathering requirements, but I'm not sure if it should be with just the manager or the whole team.
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Pa
5 months ago
I'm a little confused by this question. There's not a ton of information provided, so it's hard to know the best approach. I guess I'd be tempted to go with option D and just start working on the implementation, but that might be jumping the gun a bit. I'll have to think it through more.
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Elly
5 months ago
Okay, this one seems pretty clear to me. The first step should definitely be to meet with the ordering department manager and understand the current process in detail. That's the only way to identify the right solution. I'm going with option A.
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Moira
5 months ago
This seems like a pretty straightforward question. The key is to gather more information about the current ordering process before jumping into implementation. I'd go with option A to schedule a requirements gathering session.
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Joseph
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. There are a few different options that could work, but I'm not sure which one is the best. I might lean towards option B to get more information on the current process, but I'd have to think it through a bit more.
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Richelle
5 months ago
Okay, I've got this. Quality management systems are all about improving processes to meet customer needs. So the answer has to be D - defining processes that contribute to customer acceptance of services.
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Brittni
5 months ago
Ah, I see what they're looking for. Diverse routes and understanding the network equipment capabilities are crucial for a redundant IP storage setup.
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Vashti
5 months ago
I think the management representation letter usually includes risk assessments, but I'm not sure if it's specifically about asset misappropriation.
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German
5 months ago
The question mentions an "Xmas scan", so I'm guessing the response would be something specific to that type of scan. I'll have to review my notes on that.
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Luann
9 months ago
I bet the current ordering process involves a guy on a bicycle yelling the orders to the kitchen. Can't get much worse than that, right?
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Janine
9 months ago
Testing resources? I'm more worried about the pizza getting cold by the time the order is processed correctly. Let's focus on the actual problem first.
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Samuel
8 months ago
C: Identify testing resources to support the implementation.
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Tamera
8 months ago
B: Request information on the current ordering process and compare it with other companies.
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Cora
9 months ago
A: Schedule a requirements gathering sessions with the manager of the ordering department.
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Melita
10 months ago
Selecting the software first? That's like buying a new car before even learning how to drive. Gotta crawl before you can walk, you know?
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Santos
9 months ago
B) Request information on the current ordering process and compare it with other companies.
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Lindsey
9 months ago
C) Identify testing resources to support the implementation.
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Jacinta
9 months ago
Selecting the software first? That's like buying a new car before even learning how to drive. Gotta crawl before you can walk, you know?
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Clay
9 months ago
B) Request information on the current ordering process and compare it with other companies.
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Elke
10 months ago
B) Request information on the current ordering process and compare it with other companies.
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Virgina
10 months ago
A) Schedule a requirements gathering sessions with the manager of the ordering department.
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Sheridan
10 months ago
A) Schedule a requirements gathering sessions with the manager of the ordering department.
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Jame
10 months ago
I agree, you need to gather more information about the current process before deciding on a solution. Comparing it to other companies could also provide some useful insights.
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Paris
10 months ago
I think identifying testing resources is crucial for a successful implementation. We need to ensure the software works properly.
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Ammie
10 months ago
I agree with Zona. It's important to understand the current process before making any decisions.
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Zona
10 months ago
I think the business analyst should schedule a requirements gathering session with the manager.
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Julio
10 months ago
I think requesting information on the current ordering process and comparing it with other companies would also be a good step.
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Paola
11 months ago
I agree with Marnie. It's important to understand the current process before making any decisions.
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Benedict
11 months ago
Schedule a requirements gathering session, that's the logical first step to understand the problem better. Can't just jump into software selection without knowing the actual requirements.
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Tricia
9 months ago
B) Request information on the current ordering process and compare it with other companies.
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Tuyet
9 months ago
A) Schedule a requirements gathering sessions with the manager of the ordering department.
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Miss
9 months ago
B) Request information on the current ordering process and compare it with other companies.
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Arminda
10 months ago
A) Schedule a requirements gathering sessions with the manager of the ordering department.
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Marnie
11 months ago
I think the business analyst should schedule a requirements gathering session with the manager.
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