Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) — Question 307

You are the business analyst for your organization. You are currently identifying opportunities for a customer to improve their business processes. The customer wants to streamline their business efforts either through new technologies, better processes, or a combination of both. The customer demands, however, that the solution should not cost more than $300,000 to implement and support for one year.
What does the $300,000 represent?

Answer options

• A. Solution cost
• B. Budget
• C. Requirements
• D. Constraint

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The $300,000 is a constraint because it limits the options available for solutions, ensuring that any improvements must fit within this financial boundary. While it could also be seen as a budget, the term 'constraint' more accurately reflects that it imposes a restriction on the project. The other options do not fully capture the nature of this limitation.