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ITIL · Question #94

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

The correct answer is D. It structure an organization. Structuring an organization is a characteristic of a function, not a process; ITIL defines processes by measurability, specific results, and event-driven triggers.

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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

(34 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    6% (2)
  • D
    88% (30)

Why each option

Structuring an organization is a characteristic of a function, not a process; ITIL defines processes by measurability, specific results, and event-driven triggers.

AIt is measureable

Being measurable is a core ITIL process characteristic, enabling performance assessment against defined metrics and targets.

BIt delivers specific results

Delivering specific results is a defining ITIL process characteristic, ensuring outputs are predictable and aligned with goals.

CIt responds to specific events

Responding to specific events (triggers) is a defining ITIL process characteristic, distinguishing processes from continual background activities.

DIt structure an organizationCorrect

ITIL defines a process by four specific characteristics: it is measurable, it delivers specific results, it has customers or stakeholders, and it is triggered by specific events. Structuring an organization describes a function, which groups staff and tools around a specialization area - a distinctly different concept from a process.

Concept tested: ITIL process characteristics versus function definition

Source: https://www.axelos.com/certifications/itil-service-management/itil-4-foundation

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#process characteristics#process definition#organizational structure

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