External Benefits of Implementing a Technology Road Map Relate to Aligning

question 32

Multiple Choice

External benefits of implementing a technology road map relate to aligning IT with the business, result in IT effectiveness, and include the following EXCEPT:

• A) Lowering the cost of development and maintenance
• B) Reducing difficulties associated with deployment of new technologies
• C) Preserving investments in new and existing systems
• D) Achieving business goals
• E) Focusing investment dollars

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Definitions:

Production Cost Report

A Production Cost Report summarizes the total costs involved in the production process, including direct materials, direct labor, and overheads, helping businesses assess production efficiency.

Control

The process of setting standards, measuring actual performance, and taking corrective action to ensure that objectives are achieved in an organization.

Production Targets

Specific goals set for the amount of products to be produced within a certain timeframe, guiding the production process and resource allocation.

Correction Actions

Measures taken to rectify problems identified during the monitoring and controlling of a project or process.