CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ (CLO-002)Business Principles of Cloud EnvironmentsMedium
A company is conducting a cloud feasibility study. They have identified several potential cloud solutions but are concerned about the long-term impact on their existing IT staff, particularly regarding new skill requirements and potential job displacement. Which aspect of the feasibility study should primarily address these human resource considerations?
- AEconomic Feasibility
- BTechnical Feasibility
- COperational Feasibility
- DLegal Feasibility
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Operational Feasibility
Operational feasibility assesses how a proposed solution will be implemented and operated within the organization. This includes evaluating the impact on existing processes, workflows, and human resources, such as staffing needs, training requirements, and potential organizational changes.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Economic feasibility focuses on cost-benefit analysis and financial viability, not staff impact.
- B. Technical feasibility focuses on whether the system can be built or integrated with existing technology, not human resources.
- D. Legal feasibility concerns compliance with laws and regulations, not internal staff considerations.
Operational Feasibility
An assessment of how well the proposed cloud solution will be implemented and operated within the organization, considering existing processes, workflows, and human resources.
- Evaluates impact on staff and organizational structure
- Assesses training needs and process changes
- Determines if the organization can effectively use and manage the solution
Memory trick: TELOS: Technical, Economic, Legal, Operational, Schedule.