Discuss Salesforce Salesforce Certified B2B Solution Architect (Arch-301) Exam Topic 9 Question 35

Northern Trail Outfitters (NTO) is running amulti-cloud Salesforce implementation with lots of process integration between the clouds and other systems. During the project, NTO faces many challenges including a lack of agility and business value alignment, as well as silo-thinking. After trying different approaches, NTO begins to use Agile and is successful. The project manager now wonders what the recommended operating model would look like.

What should be a Solution Architect's first recommendation?

ANTO should set up an Operations team within ITto ensure proper management of the integrations going forward.

BNTO should set up a model of continuous backlog with teams aligned to the different clouds to drive efficiency and team collaboration.

CNTO should set up a model of continuous backlog with teams aligned to the different products (capabilities) to improve efficiency.

DNTO should establish a Scaled Agile Center of Excellence to continuously improve agility and time to market.

Suggested Answer: D

A Scaled Agile Center of Excellence (LACE) is a smallteam of people dedicated to implementing the SAFe Lean-Agile way of working1.A LACE can be used to gather information, lead change, share best practices, and keep people on the same page as theorganization moves forward2.A LACE is a cornerstone of successful transformations because it encourages continuity and manages expectations3.

By establishing a LACE, NTO can leverage the benefits of agile at scale, such as faster delivery, higher quality, lower costs, and happier customers31.A LACE can also help NTO overcome the challenges of silo-thinking and lack of alignment by fostering collaboration and communication across different teams and systems21.

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35 comments · newest first

Edison 11 months ago

Setting up an Operations team might just create more silos.

Estrella 11 months ago

Option D sounds interesting, but is it really necessary?

Ruthann 12 months ago

Wait, how can they really improve agility with just a backlog?

Merri 12 months ago

Totally agree, continuous backlog is key!

Margo 1 year ago

I think option B makes the most sense for collaboration.

Shayne 1 year ago

Setting up an Operations team sounds like a safe bet, but I feel like it might not address the core issues NTO is facing. Option A seems too narrow.

Elza 1 year ago

I practiced a similar question where establishing a Center of Excellence was emphasized. Option D might be the best choice for long-term agility.

Sherita 1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think having a continuous backlog is crucial for Agile. Maybe option B is the way to go?

Kelvin 1 year ago

I remember studying about the importance of aligning teams to different products for better efficiency, so option C seems relevant.

Kris 1 year ago

Okay, I think I've got this. Based on the information provided, the best recommendation would be option D - establishing a Scaled Agile Center of Excellence. This would allow NTO to continuously improve their agility and time to market, which seems to be the key goal here given their previous challenges. The other options don't address the need for a more holistic, organization-wide Agile approach.

Gilma 1 year ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. NTO has a complex multi-cloud Salesforce setup with lots of integration, and they're looking to improve their operating model. I'm leaning towards option B or C, as setting up a continuous backlog with teams aligned to the clouds or products could help drive efficiency and collaboration. But I'll need to think it through carefully.

Rosita 1 year ago

This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the key details before answering. The case mentions NTO's challenges with lack of agility and silo-thinking, and that they've found success using Agile. I'll need to consider how to best leverage Agile principles to address their integration and collaboration issues.

Valentin 1 year ago

Okay, let's see. Horizontal scaling is about adding more machines, while vertical scaling is about adding more resources to a single machine. Since the question is asking about increasing the computing capacity of a single VM, I'm pretty sure the answer is vertical scaling.

Florinda 1 year ago

Definitely take a moment to carefully match both parts of the question - relationship type AND board member category.

Alyce 1 year ago

I thought it was all lights in Maya, but that sounds too broad. Wasn't there a limitation discussed in class?

Albert 1 year ago

I feel pretty confident about this one. The "common tenant" seems like the right answer, as it would make the service available to all tenants without needing to configure it in each individual tenant.

Gail 2 years ago

I think establishing a Scaled Agile Center of Excellence would be the best option to improve agility and time to market.

Tyisha 2 years ago

I agree with Van. Having teams aligned to different clouds can drive efficiency and collaboration.

Alex 2 years ago

I'd have to go with option D. Scaling Agile across the organization is the key to success in a multi-cloud environment. Plus, it's a great way to avoid getting lost in the 'cloud' (pun intended).

Patrick 2 years ago

↳ replying to Alex

True, having teams aligned to different capabilities can definitely improve efficiency in the long run.

Verdell 2 years ago

↳ replying to Alex

I think having a model of continuous backlog with teams aligned to different products could also be beneficial for NTO.

Arleen 2 years ago

↳ replying to Alex

Agreed, setting up a Scaled Agile Center of Excellence can really help with efficiency and time to market.

Corazon 2 years ago

↳ replying to Alex

Option D is definitely the way to go. It's important to continuously improve agility in a multi-cloud environment.

Van 2 years ago

I disagree. I believe setting up a model of continuous backlog with teams aligned to the different clouds would be more efficient.

Latrice 2 years ago

Option C is the way to go. Aligning teams to different products/capabilities will help them focus on delivering value to the business.

Mabel 2 years ago

I'm not sure, but option D sounds like it could be a good solution. Establishing a Scaled Agile Center of Excellence seems like a smart way to improve agility.

Sabina 2 years ago

↳ replying to Mabel

I agree, having a dedicated center to continuously improve agility and time to market could be very beneficial for NTO.

Alline 2 years ago

↳ replying to Mabel

Option D sounds like a solid choice. A Scaled Agile Center of Excellence could really help improve agility.

Layla 2 years ago

I think the Solution Architect's first recommendation should be to set up an Operations team within IT.

Nobuko 2 years ago

Definitely option B. Aligning teams to the different clouds will foster collaboration and efficiency across the organization.

Roy 2 years ago

↳ replying to Nobuko

Setting up a continuous backlog with teams aligned to different clouds sounds like a smart move.

Glory 2 years ago

↳ replying to Nobuko

I agree, aligning teams to different clouds can really drive efficiency and teamwork.

Lonny 2 years ago

↳ replying to Nobuko

I agree. Having teams aligned to different clouds will make the process smoother and more effective.

Elke 2 years ago

↳ replying to Nobuko

Option B sounds like a great idea. It will definitely help with collaboration and efficiency.

Dalene 2 years ago

↳ replying to Nobuko

Option B is a great choice. It will definitely help with collaboration and efficiency.

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