MIS 545 Week 7

Question 1

Which companies are more likely to succeed in transformation efforts?

Accepted Answer

Those with strong IT-Business alignment

Question 2

True alignment requires shared goals, clear communication, and collaboration across teams.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

IT and business teams struggle mainly due to misaligned goals and communication.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

A clear project methodology is key to turning strategy into successful execution.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

Digital transformation efforts usually fail because the technology itself is flawed.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

Technology alone is enough to drive lasting transformation in a business.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

What is the primary reason for the gap between IT and business teams?

Accepted Answer

Misalignment in goals, language, and priorities

Question 8

What is the "Candy Store Effect" in digital transformation?

Accepted Answer

Implementing tech without considering business needs

Question 9

Why do successful organizations take a phased approach to transformation?

Accepted Answer

To build momentum with small, strategic wins

Question 10

By 2025, 30% of industrial operations are expected to use AI-powered digital twins to simulate and optimize performance.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 11

What is often the biggest barrier to successful digital transformation?

Accepted Answer

People not being ready or supported for change

Question 12

Successful transformation requires clear priorities, leadership support, and a plan to drive adoption.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

What is a key challenge that comes with adopting Industry 4.0 technologies like AI, IoT, and automation?

Accepted Answer

They create complexity and require tight alignment between IT and business

Question 14

Why is early stakeholder involvement important in projects?

Accepted Answer

It ensures alignment and improves outcomes

Question 15

Cybersecurity is only a concern for IT teams and has little impact on business strategy or leadership.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 16

Why are cross-functional teams important in transformation efforts?

Accepted Answer

They improve alignment and reduce rework

Question 17

Successful transformation depends on having a clear vision and strategy.

Accepted Answer

True

Questions 17