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Which of the following tools helps identify strategic options to create a better future state for the Portfolio?
Suggested Answer: C
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The TOWS matrix (an extension of SWOT analysis) helps identify strategic options by matching external opportunities and threats with internal strengths and weaknesses. SAFe explicitly recommends the TOWS tool for creating and evaluating strategic options to improve the portfolio's future state.
SAFe 6.0, ''Portfolio Vision and Strategy'' (TOWS and SWOT comparison)
SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Exploring Lean Portfolio Management''
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14 comments · newest first
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Jolanda
I thought B) Portfolio Kanban was for workflow, not strategy.
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Pearline
5 days ago
A) SWOT is a classic choice, can't go wrong there!
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Pansy
10 days ago
Wait, is D) Portfolio Canvas really a thing?
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Jessenia
15 days ago
I disagree, C) TOWS is more comprehensive!
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Audry
20 days ago
I think it's definitely A) SWOT.
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Shannan
26 days ago
Really? I never heard of TOWS before.
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Alica
1 month ago
Wait, I thought D) Portfolio Canvas was the best option?
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Emerson
1 month ago
C) TOWS is a great tool too!
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Dorothea
1 month ago
I disagree, B) Portfolio Kanban is more effective.
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Kendra
2 months ago
I think it's definitely A) SWOT.
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Selma
2 months ago
I’m leaning towards Portfolio Canvas since it’s about visualizing strategies, but I could be mixing it up with something else.
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Marguerita
2 months ago
I practiced a question about Portfolio Kanban, but I don’t think it’s about identifying strategic options.
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Catherin
2 months ago
I feel like TOWS is similar to SWOT but focuses more on strategies. Maybe it’s the right answer?
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Azalee
2 months ago
I think I remember that SWOT is used for analyzing strengths and weaknesses, but I'm not sure if it directly helps with strategic options.