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A resource breakdown structure (RBS) is a type of chart that shows which resources are needed in the project and allows you to group the resources by project phase or other attributes. A resource is anything that is required to perform the project activities, such as human resources, equipment, materials, facilities, etc. A RBS is a hierarchical representation of the resources, where each level represents a category or a subcategory of resources. A RBS helps to plan, allocate, monitor, and control the resources for the project. A RBS also helps to identify the dependencies and constraints among the resources, as well as the potential risks and opportunities related to the resources. References: CBAP / CCBA Certified Business Analysis Study Guide, chapter 6, page 237; CBAP Sample Questions, question 237.

Focus groups are directed conversations for gathering ideas, opinions, and attitudes about a product, service, problem, or opportunity. Focus groups are a type of elicitation technique that involves bringing together a group of selected stakeholders, usually potential or actual users or customers, and facilitating a structured discussion on a specific topic. Focus groups help to explore the needs, expectations, preferences, and perceptions of the stakeholders, as well as to generate new ideas or solutions. Focus groups also help to identify the commonalities and differences among the stakeholders, as well as the risks and opportunities related to the product, service, problem, or opportunity. References: IIBA BABOK Guide v3, section 4.2.4, page 114; CBAP / CCBA Certified Business Analysis Study Guide, chapter 4, page 176; CBAP Exam Questions - Institute i4, question 244.

Risk analysis is the process of defining and analyzing the dangers to individuals, businesses, and government agencies posed by potential natural and human-caused adverse events. Risk analysis involves identifying the sources and consequences of risk, estimating the likelihood and severity of risk events, and evaluating the effectiveness and feasibility of risk mitigation strategies. Risk analysis can be applied to various domains, such as IT, finance, security, health, environment, etc. Risk analysis can help to make informed decisions, optimize resource allocation, and enhance performance and resilience. References:

Risk Analysis- Open Courses by Atlantic International University - AIU, paragraph 1

Vulnerabilities, Threats, and Risks Explained | Office of Information Security | Washington University in St. Louis, paragraph 1

CBAP / CCBA Certified Business Analysis Study Guide, 2nd Edition, page 47

 According to Herzberg’s two-factor theory of motivation, there are two sets of factors that influence job satisfaction: hygiene factors and motivators. Hygiene factors are those job factors that are essential for existence of motivation at workplace, but do not lead to positive satisfaction for long-term. They are also called dissatisfiers or maintenance factors, as they are required to avoid dissatisfaction. Hygiene factors include pay, company policies, fringe benefits, physical working conditions, status, interpersonal relations, and job security. Motivators are those factors that yield positive satisfaction and enhance motivation. They are inherent to work and relate to self-growth and self-actualization. Motivators include recognition, sense of achievement, growth, responsibility, and advancement. The chance to excel is a motivator, not a hygiene factor, according to Herzberg’s theory. References: Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory Of Motivation-Hygiene - Simply Psychology; Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory of Motivation - Management Study Guide; Two-factor theory - Wikipedia