TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation — Question 68

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Gap Analysis technique?

Answer options

• A. To govern the architecture throughout its implementation process
• B. To develop a set of general rules and guidelines for the architecture
• C. To allocate resources for architecture projects
• D. To identify items omitted from the Target Architecture

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because Gap Analysis specifically focuses on identifying discrepancies between the current state and the desired state of the Target Architecture. Options A, B, and C describe other aspects of architectural governance and resource management, which do not align with the primary function of Gap Analysis.