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ITIL-FOUNDATION · Question #94

Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of a process?

The correct answer is D. It structure an organization. ITIL defines four process characteristics - measurable, delivers specific results, responds to specific events, and delivers to customers - structuring an organization is a characteristic of a function, not a process.

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Question

Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of a process?

Options

  • AIt is measureable
  • BIt delivers specific results
  • CIt responds to specific events
  • DIt structure an organization

How the community answered

(42 responses)
  • B
    5% (2)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    93% (39)

Why each option

ITIL defines four process characteristics - measurable, delivers specific results, responds to specific events, and delivers to customers - structuring an organization is a characteristic of a function, not a process.

AIt is measureable

Measurability is a defined characteristic of a process - processes can be measured for cost, quality, duration, and productivity to enable continual improvement.

BIt delivers specific results

Delivering specific results is a core characteristic of a process - each process has defined outputs that it must produce consistently.

CIt responds to specific events

Responding to specific events or triggers is a recognized characteristic of a process - all ITIL processes are initiated by a defined trigger.

DIt structure an organizationCorrect

Structuring an organization is a characteristic of a function in ITIL, not a process. ITIL defines functions as specialized organizational units responsible for specific outcomes and staffed by people with distinct roles. Processes, by contrast, are activity sets that transform inputs into outputs and are defined by being measurable, event-driven, and results-oriented.

Concept tested: ITIL process characteristics versus function characteristics

Source: https://www.axelos.com/certifications/itil-service-management/what-is-itil

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