There is a lot emphasis on matrices in PMI project management and the
word “matrix” is an important one. You probably know the Requirement
Traceability Matrix, the Responsibility Assignment Matrix, RACI chart,
sometimes called matrix, yet arguably the most prominent of them all –
the one containing processes – stands somewhat in the background. It is
however priceless if you can picture it in your mind each time
processes, inputs, outputs and tools and techniques are mentioned. And
they are mentioned very frequently. In fact the better you understand
them, the better your chance of succeeding in the exam. And once in the
exam, you will have enough other worries than recalling where this or
that process stands within the structure. Let’s unofficially call it
“Simplified Processes Matrix” and
the objective is to write it down as part of your brain dump in the few
minutes available before the exam. It will take a lot of strain out of your studies.
