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

Answer

COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is the leading framework for IT governance and management, directly linking IT goals to business objectives.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

That IT decisions align with and support organizational strategy

Answer

IT governance ensures that IT investments, decisions, and outcomes are aligned with the organization's strategic direction and stakeholder value.

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

A RACI matrix (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) defines who has decision rights and accountability for cloud provisioning activities.

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

Answer

APO01 produces the IT organizational structure, governance model, roles, and responsibilities that guide how IT is managed across the enterprise.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A governance body that ensures architecture decisions comply with enterprise standards

Answer

An ARB is a governance body that reviews and approves architectural decisions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and principles.

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CMA IT Environment and Governance 2