IIBA Updated CCBA Exam Questions and Answers by stephen

A change log is a tool that helps manage changes in a project by recording the details of each change request, such as the source, priority, impact, status, and resolution1. It also helps track the progress of change implementation and communicate the status of changes to stakeholders2. References:

• 1: BABOK® Guide, Version 3.0, p. 121
• 2: CCBA® Handbook, p. 18

 According to the BABOK® Guide, requirements allocation is “the process of assigning stakeholder and solution requirements to solution components in order to provide a common understanding of the scope and value of each component” (p. 36). The business analyst and the organization should start requirements allocation as soon as the solution approach is determined, which is the output of the Define Future State task in the Strategy Analysis knowledge area. The solution approach defines the “overall direction for how the organization will achieve the desired future state” (p. 30). By allocating requirements to solution components based on the solution approach, the business analyst and the organization can ensure that the requirements are aligned with the business objectives and deliver value to stakeholders. References:

• CCBA® Handbook, p. 11
• BABOK® Guide, p. 30, 36

• A. The business analysis approach will be shaped by the problem or opportunity faced by the organization: This is a correct input for the business analysis approach, as it defines why the project is initiated and what are the desired outcomes and benefits for the organization and the stakeholders.
• B. The business analysis approach will be shaped by the penalty of not seizing the opportunity: This is an incorrect input for the business analysis approach, as it is a consequence of not implementing the solution, not a factor that influences the planning and execution of the business analysis activities.
• C. The business analysis approach will be shaped by the time allowed for business analysis planning: This is an incorrect input for the business analysis approach, as it is a constraint on the business analysis process, not an input. Constraints are restrictions or limitations that affect the feasibility, desirability, or viability of the solution.
• D. The business analysis approach will be shaped by the risks faced by the organization: This is a correct input for the business analysis approach, as it identifies how the uncertainties and potential threats may affect the project’s objectives, scope, schedule, cost, or quality.

According to the CCBA® Handbook, an implementation subject matter expert is “a stakeholder who has specialized knowledge of the technologies, tools, or techniques that will be used to implement the solution” (p. 15). They are involved in determining if the requirements can be implemented, as they have the technical expertise and experience to assess the feasibility, risks, and costs of the solution. They can also provide guidance and recommendations on how to best implement the requirements and achieve the desired outcomes. The other options are not correct because:

• A. A domain subject matter expert is “a stakeholder who has in-depth knowledge of a specific aspect of the business domain” (p. 15). They are involved in defining and validating the requirements, as they have the business knowledge and insight to identify the needs, problems, and opportunities of the domain. However, they may not have the technical knowledge or authority to determine if the requirements can be implemented.
• C. Project team members are “stakeholders who are responsible for the delivery of the solution” (p. 15). They are involved in implementing the requirements, as they have the skills and resources to execute the project plan and produce the solution deliverables. However, they may not have the technical knowledge or authority to determine if the requirements can be implemented.
• D. A sponsor is “a stakeholder who authorizes the initiation of a project or initiative and provides the financial resources for it” (p. 14). They are involved in approving the requirements, as they have the decision-making power and influence to support the project or initiative. However, they may not have the technical knowledge or authority to determine if the requirements can be implemented. References:
• CCBA® Handbook, p. 14-15
• Identify Stakeholders for Requirements Gathering - Olive Technologies, section “Implementation Subject Matter Expert”