30 Questions
What is one example of a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)?
Current ratio
What is a major issue with data silos?
They make timely coordination and communication across functions or departments difficult
What is a reason why information deficiencies are still a problem?
Lost or bypassed data
What percentage of the workforce works outside an office at some point?
62%
What is the primary purpose of information management?
To collect, process, and consolidate data
What is a benefit of information management?
Improves decision quality
What are data silos characterized by?
Stand-alone data stores not accessible by other information systems
What is a factor driving the demand for collaboration technology?
Growing need to connect anybody, anytime, anywhere on any device
What is the role of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in information management?
To present data in easy-to-comprehend formats
Why is a continuous plan needed in information management?
To guide, control, and govern IT growth
What is the result of a lack of IT architecture in information management?
Data silos are created
What is the key benefit of information management in terms of data security and compliance?
Enhanced data security and compliance
What is the main purpose of information management in an organization?
To manage a variety of information including structured, semi-structured, and unstructured contents
What type of contents does a digital library typically include?
A variety of contents including social media, texts, photos, videos, music, documents, address books, events, and downloads
What is a major task involved in information management?
Updating, expanding, and porting digital library contents on various platforms
Why do organizations still experience information deficiency problems?
Due to changes in technology and management teams over time
What is a key aspect of information management?
Organizing, storing, and securing information
What type of data does information management involve?
A variety of data including structured, semi-structured, and unstructured contents
What is a common issue that can lead to data lost or bypassed during transit?
Non-standardized data formats
What is the primary consequence of having data silos in an organization?
Lack of data sharing and exchange between functional units
What is the main purpose of KPIs?
To present data in easy-to-comprehend and comparison-ready formats
What is a common reason for requiring expensive investments in information management?
Fast-moving changes in unstructured data
What is a characteristic of data silos?
Supports a single function
What is a result of the lack of overall IT architecture in an organization?
Data silos
What is the mission of the members of the Architecture Forum?
To advance the cause of IT Architecture and improve the quality of information systems
What was the original focus of TOGAF?
Industry consensus framework and method for IT architecture
What is an IT Architecture conceptually?
The fundamental organization of a system, embodied in its components, their relationships – to each other – and the environment, and the principles governing its design and evolution
What is Architectural Description?
A collection of products to document an architecture
What does 'Architecting' refer to?
The activities of defining, documenting, maintaining, improving and certifying proper implementation of an architecture
What is the role of an Architect?
The person, team, or organisation responsible for systems architecture
This quiz covers the basics of IT architecture, data governance, and information management, including cloud services, data centers, and virtualization.
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