CIPS Exam A7 Topic 1 Question 57 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's A7 exam

Question #: 57
Topic #: 1

[All A7 Questions]

The main purpose of a PEST analysis is to identify which of the following?

AThe strengths and capabilities of an organization

BThe weaknesses of an organization

CThe core competences of an organization

DThe opportunities and threats presented by the external environment.

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Suggested Answer: B

by Sherron at Apr 29, 2024, 03:51 AM

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1 years ago

Yeah, A considers overall impact and long-term benefits. It fits strategic objectives well.

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1 years ago

Option D, long-term contracts, might help strategically, but it’s probably not the primary objective.

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1 years ago

C is important, but doesn't feel long-term. Optimizing costs, like in A, is more comprehensive.

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1 years ago

True, but option C, measuring price reductions, could also be important, no?

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1 years ago

Agreed. Option B seems too operational, just keeping production running.

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1 years ago

I think option A is the best. Optimizing total cost of ownership sounds strategic.

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