CGEIT Benefits Realization 3

Question 1

Which phase of the investment lifecycle is MOST critical for setting up successful benefits realization?

Accepted Answer

Business case development and approval

Answer

Benefits realization success depends on correctly defining and committing to expected outcomes during business case development before the investment begins.

Question 2

An IT governance board wants to improve benefits tracking. Which tool is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Benefits realization register with periodic status updates

Answer

A benefits realization register provides a structured record of expected benefits, owners, timelines, and actual results for periodic review.

Question 3

When realized benefits fall short of expectations, the BEST governance response is to:

Accepted Answer

Conduct a root cause analysis and adjust the realization approach

Answer

A root cause analysis identifies why benefits were not fully realized and informs corrective action to recover or adjust the approach.

Question 4

Which statement BEST describes the relationship between IT governance and benefits realization?

Accepted Answer

IT governance creates the accountability structures that ensure benefits are planned, tracked, and achieved

Answer

IT governance provides the oversight, accountability, and decision-making structures that make benefits realization systematic and enforceable.

Question 5

A CGEIT practitioner identifies that benefits are being reported without independent verification. The BEST recommendation is to:

Accepted Answer

Implement an independent review or audit of reported benefit figures

Answer

Independent verification of reported benefits ensures objectivity and prevents overstating achievements, supporting credible governance.

CGEIT - Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT Practice Test

CGEIT - Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT Practice Test

CGEIT Benefits Realization 3