CGEIT · Question #162
An enterprise is concerned with the potential for data leakage as a result of increased use of social media in the workplace, and wishes to establish a social media strategy. Which of the following…
The correct answer is D. The balance between business benefits and risk. When developing a social media strategy, the most important consideration is finding the right balance between enabling potential business benefits and mitigating the inherent risks, such as data leakage.
Question
An enterprise is concerned with the potential for data leakage as a result of increased use of social media in the workplace, and wishes to establish a social media strategy. Which of the following should be the MOST important consideration in developing this strategy?
Options
- ACriticality of the information
- BEnsuring that the enterprise architecture (EA) is updated
- CData ownership
- DThe balance between business benefits and risk
How the community answered
(23 responses)- A22% (5)
- B4% (1)
- C13% (3)
- D61% (14)
Why each option
When developing a social media strategy, the most important consideration is finding the right balance between enabling potential business benefits and mitigating the inherent risks, such as data leakage.
The criticality of information is a factor in risk assessment, but the overarching strategy must consider the broader balance between all benefits and risks.
Updating the enterprise architecture is an operational activity that may follow a strategy, not the primary consideration for developing the strategy itself.
Data ownership is an important aspect of data governance but represents only one component of the broader risk considerations when establishing a social media strategy.
A social media strategy must carefully weigh the potential advantages, such as enhanced communication, marketing, and collaboration, against the significant risks, including data leakage, reputational damage, and compliance violations. This balance ensures that the strategy supports business goals while effectively managing associated hazards.
Concept tested: Balancing business benefits and risks in strategy
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