Which of the following is the GREATEST obstacle to conducting a privacy impact assessment (PIA)?

Question

Options

• AConducting a PIA requires significant funding and resources.
• BPIAs need to be performed many times in a year.
• CThe organization lacks knowledge of PIA methodology.
• DThe value proposition of a PIA is not understood by management.

• A
  2% (1)
• B
  2% (1)
• C
  2% (1)
• D
  94% (47)

Explanation

Management buy-in is the greatest obstacle because without understanding the value of a PIA, leadership will not allocate time, budget, or personnel to conduct one - making all other obstacles moot. Option A is wrong because funding is a symptom of the real problem: if management understood the value, they would approve the funding. Option B is incorrect because PIAs are typically triggered by specific events (new systems, major changes), not performed on a fixed calendar schedule, so frequency is rarely the core issue. Option C is a real challenge, but methodology gaps can be addressed through training or consultants - it's far easier to solve than a fundamental lack of executive support.

Memory tip: Think of a PIA like a seatbelt - it doesn't matter if you have one, know how to use one, or can afford one if the driver doesn't believe it's worth wearing. Management conviction is the ignition key to the whole process.

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