CMA IT Environment and Governance 2

Question 1

Which framework is most commonly used by enterprises to align IT governance with corporate governance objectives?

Accepted Answer

COBIT

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TOGAF

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ITIL

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ZACHMAN

Question 2

In an enterprise architecture context, what does 'IT governance' primarily ensure?

Accepted Answer

That IT decisions align with and support organizational strategy

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That IT projects are completed on time

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That software licenses are properly managed

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That IT staff follow security policies

Question 3

A Chief Architect is designing a cloud migration strategy. Which governance artifact should define decision rights for cloud resource provisioning?

Accepted Answer

RACI matrix

Answer

Service Level Agreement

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Cloud provider contract

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Network topology diagram

Question 4

Which of the following is a key output of the COBIT APO01 process (Manage the IT Management Framework)?

Accepted Answer

IT organizational structure and governance model

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Enterprise risk register

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Application portfolio inventory

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Business continuity plan

Question 5

An architecture review board (ARB) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A governance body that ensures architecture decisions comply with enterprise standards

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A vendor selection committee for IT procurement

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A project management office for IT initiatives

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A regulatory compliance team

Question 6

Under TOGAF, which phase focuses on defining governance structures and compliance requirements for the architecture?

Accepted Answer

Phase G – Implementation Governance

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Phase A – Architecture Vision

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Phase B – Business Architecture

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Phase H – Architecture Change Management

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of an IT Steering Committee in an organization?

Accepted Answer

To approve and prioritize major IT investments and ensure strategic alignment

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To manage day-to-day IT operations and help desk tickets

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To conduct security audits of IT systems

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To negotiate contracts with technology vendors