Which of the following is the PRIMARY benefit of data flow mapping?

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Options

• AIt provides a holistic view of the operational procedures for each business process.
• BIt provides visibility into the data footprint across the organization.
• CIt helps to optimize cost savings through more efficient storage solutions.
• DIt creates a data catalogue for the enterprise.

• A
  6% (2)
• B
  88% (29)
• C
  3% (1)
• D
  3% (1)

Explanation

Data flow mapping traces how data originates, moves, is processed, stored, shared, and eventually deleted across systems and third parties. The primary output is a comprehensive view of where all personal and sensitive data exists and travels-the organization's data footprint. This is foundational for privacy impact assessments, regulatory compliance, and breach response. While data flow maps may inform operational procedures (A), this is a secondary use. Cost optimization through storage efficiency (C) is not a goal of data flow mapping. A data catalogue (D) is a related but distinct artifact that inventories data assets; a data flow map focuses on movement and transformation, not just cataloguing.

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