Project Frameworks & Models
In the RACI framework, what is the key difference between the person who is 'Accountable' and the person who is 'Responsible'?
The 'Responsible' person does the work, while the 'Accountable' person is the ultimate owner of the work and has the final say.
The MoSCoW method is used for prioritization; what does the "S" stand for and what does it signify?
It stands for "SHOULD HAVE," which signifies something that is important and adds significant value but is not critical.
What does the acronym KPI stand for?
Key Performance Indicator.
According to the RACI chart, what is the difference in the type of communication required for a stakeholder who is 'Consulted' versus one who is 'Informed'?
'Consulted' involves two-way communication to get input, while 'Informed' is one-way communication to keep them updated.
According to the Value vs. Effort matrix, what action should be taken for items that are categorized as high user value but also require high effort?
These items fall into the "MAYBE" category, requiring more careful consideration.
A KPI is described as an 'Indicator' because it performs what function?
It signals whether you are on or off track toward your goal.
The Eisenhower Matrix for planning individual work suggests four different actions for tasks; what action does it recommend for tasks that are important but not urgent?
You should "Schedule" them to be completed at a later date.
Using the Risk vs. Value prioritization matrix, which tasks should a team "Do First"?
Tasks that are High Value and Low Risk.
What is the fundamental difference in what is being measured between a burn-down chart and a burn-up chart?
A burn-down chart tracks the work remaining, while a burn-up chart tracks the work completed.
What are the three core constraints of the Iron Triangle in project management that influence overall quality?
Scope, Resources, and Time.
The high-level roadmap template in the training document is broken into four time-based columns for organizing deliverables; what are the first three columns?
1-2 Weeks, 3-6 Weeks, and 6+ Weeks.
The "Release Plan Burn Up" chart tracks progress against both deliverables and KPIs; name two of the specific KPI metrics being tracked in the example chart?
Acceptable answers include two of the following: Drinking Water Dispensed, Social Media Engagement, Video and blog views, Data Sheet Downloads.