What should you consider during scoping during the Application Portfolio Assessment initiative?

Question

Options

• AStart small and achieve some quick wins.
• BPlan enough time to finish every step, one by one.
• CThink big and focus on the big picture.

• A
  13% (5)
• B
  8% (3)
• C
  80% (32)

Explanation

During the scoping phase of an Application Portfolio Assessment (APA), thinking big and focusing on the big picture (C) is correct because scoping defines the boundaries of the entire assessment - if you scope too narrowly, you risk missing critical interdependencies between applications, incomplete recommendations, and blind spots that undermine the entire initiative. A comprehensive view during scoping ensures the assessment captures the full landscape of the portfolio before any decisions are made.

Why A is wrong: "Starting small with quick wins" is a valid execution strategy, but it's premature during scoping. Scoping is about defining what's in scope - not about optimizing delivery speed. Narrowing scope too early to chase quick wins leads to an incomplete picture.

Why B is wrong: Planning time to finish every step sequentially describes project scheduling, not scoping. Scoping determines what will be assessed, not how long each phase takes. This conflates scope planning with timeline planning.

Memory tip: Think of scoping like drawing a map before a road trip - you need to see the entire territory first (big picture), not just the first few miles. "Scope big, then execute smart" captures the right sequence for APA initiatives.

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