DPI Direction And Planning Practice Question
An IT strategy mandates a shift toward cloud-first infrastructure. During operational planning, managers realize staff lack necessary cloud architecture skills. What planning action should be taken?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Incorporate targeted training and upskilling programs into the operational plan.
Operational plans must address capability gaps by incorporating training, reskilling, or talent acquisition initiatives aligned with the strategic shift.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Outsource all IT management and fire the internal staff.
Why it's wrong here
Fire-and-outsource is an extreme measure that ignores staff development and organizational knowledge.
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Incorporate targeted training and upskilling programs into the operational plan.
Why this is correct
Upskilling operational staff bridges capability gaps necessary for strategic success.
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Abandon the cloud strategy immediately.
Why it's wrong here
Abandoning strategy due to a skill gap avoids the problem rather than solving it.
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Force existing staff to figure it out without any training support.
Why it's wrong here
Forcing staff without training leads to burnout, frustration, and project failure.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official AXELOS / PeopleCert exam blueprint
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