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An enterprise experiencing issues with data protection and least privilege is implementing enterprise-wide data encryption in response Which of the following is the BEST approach to ensure all busines

The correct answer is D. Mandate the creation of a data governance framework.. To ensure all business units consistently work towards remediating data protection and least privilege issues through data encryption, the best approach is to establish a foundational data governance framework. This framework provides the overarching structure, policies, and resp

Submitted by andres_qro· Apr 18, 2026Governance of Enterprise IT

Question

An enterprise experiencing issues with data protection and least privilege is implementing enterprise-wide data encryption in response Which of the following is the BEST approach to ensure all business units work toward remediating these issues?

Options

  • ADevelop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure enterprise adoption.
  • BIntegrate data encryption requirements into existing and planned projects.
  • CAssign owners for data governance initiatives.
  • DMandate the creation of a data governance framework.

How the community answered

(50 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    12% (6)
  • C
    8% (4)
  • D
    78% (39)

Why each option

To ensure all business units consistently work towards remediating data protection and least privilege issues through data encryption, the best approach is to establish a foundational data governance framework. This framework provides the overarching structure, policies, and responsibilities for managing data protection across the enterprise.

ADevelop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure enterprise adoption.

Developing KPIs measures adoption but doesn't provide the initial structure or mandate for how all business units should operate.

BIntegrate data encryption requirements into existing and planned projects.

Integrating requirements into projects is a tactical step within an existing framework, not the best approach to ensure all units work towards remediation initially.

CAssign owners for data governance initiatives.

Assigning owners is a component of a data governance framework, but doesn't establish the comprehensive structure itself for enterprise-wide alignment.

DMandate the creation of a data governance framework.Correct

Mandating the creation of a data governance framework establishes the policies, processes, roles, and responsibilities necessary to ensure consistent implementation and adherence to data encryption requirements across all business units. This framework provides the foundational structure for enforcing data protection standards and promoting least privilege principles enterprise-wide.

Concept tested: Data Governance Framework Implementation

Topics

#Data Governance#IT Governance Framework#Enterprise Alignment#Data Protection

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