TOGAF 9 Foundation (Level 1) — Question 154

Which of the following statements best describes risk management in the ADM?

Answer options

• A. Risk analysis is best conducted in the Architecture Vision phase so that the risk is eliminated in subsequent phases
• B. Risk analysis should be carried out first in the Migration Planning phase
• C. Risk analysis is outside the scope of enterprise architecture projects
• D. Risk is pervasive in all enterprise architecture activity and should be managed in all phases of the ADM
• E. The only risks that are within the scope of enterprise architecture are technological risks

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, highlights that risk is an integral part of all enterprise architecture activities and should be continuously managed throughout each ADM phase. Option A incorrectly suggests that risk can be fully eliminated, while B misplaces the priority of risk assessment. C disregards the importance of risk in enterprise architecture, and E limits the scope of risks to just technological ones, which is inaccurate.