Quiz on Enterprise Architecture

What is the primary purpose of the EA repository?

• To track project timelines

• To store financial records

• To manage employee data

• To provide a single place for EA artifacts

Where is the recommended location for an EA repository?

• In the cloud

• On a public server

• On the enterprise’s internal Local Area Network

• On a personal computer

What analogy is used to describe the EA repository?

• A library of books

• A filing cabinet

• An electronic copy of blueprints

• A digital photo album

Which of the following is NOT a function of EA support tools?

• Providing management views of EA artifacts

• Managing social media accounts

• Creating visual representations of the framework

• Documenting business processes

What is a key driver for EA in the private sector?

• Service delivery

• Legal mandates

• Public accountability

• Profit

Which sector may mandate the use of EA by law?

• Private sector

• Non-profit organizations

• Public sector

• Academic institutions

What future trend involves the integration of EA in government?

• Increased competition

• Integration of EA across federal, state, and local levels

• Decreased focus on standards

• Reduction of IT resources

What is one of the challenges in architecting large enterprises?

• Simplicity of methodology

• Executive support

• Lack of technology

• Too many resources

What is a potential benefit of EA for corporations?

• Increased bureaucracy

• Higher operational costs

• Reduced employee engagement

• Competitive advantage

What is a common misconception about EA?

• It is not recognized as a career path

• It is only for large enterprises

• It can create agility across an enterprise

• It is a new discipline