Quiz 2 - IT Governance

COBIT Overview

• COBIT is developed and maintained by ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association).
• It serves as a framework for IT governance and management practices.

Goals of IT Governance

• IT governance aims to ensure alignment between IT and business goals.
• It includes managing IT risks, optimizing resources, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• A goal not associated with IT governance typically involves operational performance rather than strategic alignment.

Purposes of COBIT

• COBIT can be utilized for various objectives such as compliance, risk management, performance measurement, and auditing.
• A purpose not aligned with COBIT may relate to purely technical implementation without governance implications.

Responsibility of IT Governance

• IT governance is the responsibility of the board of directors or executive management within an organization.
• It emphasizes accountability and oversight in IT-related decisions and activities.

COBIT Domains

• COBIT encompasses multiple domains such as governance, risk management, and compliance.
• A term or area not recognized as a COBIT domain could be operational tasks without governance frameworks.