IT Capabilities Assessment Quiz

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What is the first step in assessing current IT capabilities?

Identifying User Needs

Assessing Gaps in Current Systems

Evaluating Potential Solutions

Analyzing Current Systems (correct)

Which activity involves engaging stakeholders and conducting interviews to understand user needs?

Researching Potential Solutions

Analyzing Current Systems

Identifying User Needs (correct)

Developing a Plan for Improvement or Replacement

What does assessing gaps in current systems involve?

Developing a Budget for the Project

Evaluating Potential Solutions

Assessing whether current IT systems are meeting user needs

Looking for areas where processes can be streamlined (correct)

What is the purpose of developing a timeline for implementation?

Creating a timeline for the project Signup and view all the answers

Which activity involves researching potential solutions and assessing them against the organization's needs?

Researching Potential Solutions Signup and view all the answers

In the context of IT assessment, what does analyzing user needs entail?

Engaging stakeholders and conducting interviews Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of creating a Plan for Training and Support?

Users training and support Signup and view all the answers

Which step in the procurement process involves finding and selecting the best vendor?

Assessing and selecting vendors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting a 3-way match in the procurement process?

Matching the purchase order, receipt, and invoice Signup and view all the answers

Which type of procurement involves goods that usually support the day-to-day management of the business?

Indirect Procurement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of negotiating pricing and terms in procurement?

Deciding on suppliers based on quotes Signup and view all the answers

When should a formal purchase be made according to the procurement process?

After creating a purchase order (PO) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to an organization's information assets called?

Risk Management Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a European Union regulation designed to protect the privacy and personal data of individuals?

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'legal' refer to in the context of information security?

Something that is authorized or recognized by the law Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a U.S. federal law that encourages the sharing of cybersecurity threat information between the government and private sector entities?

Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of determining the extent to which an organization's information assets are exposed to risk called?

Risk Assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a U.S. federal law regulating the protection and security of patients' health information?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern when assessing a system's security and privacy features?

Data encryption and access controls Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of implementation mentioned in the text?

Incremental implementation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining user feedback for a system?

To assess user satisfaction levels Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of testing mentioned in the text?

Regression testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating a system's user engagement?

To encourage user adoption of the system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is mentioned in the text as part of planning the implementation?

Time and cost estimation for implementation activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence for individuals failing to address ethical issues in information systems?

Increased customer loyalty Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence for companies failing to address ethical issues in information systems?

Both b and c Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the most important legal issues related to information systems?

Software piracy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a privacy and security threat facing companies and individuals today?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of customer data analysis in marketing?

To collect and analyze customer data, including demographics, behaviors, and preferences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a role of information systems in business functions mentioned in the passage?

Human resources Signup and view all the answers