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CGEIT · Question #321

Which of the following should be the ClO's GREATEST consideration when making changes to the IT strategy'?

The correct answer is C. Have key stakeholders been consulted?. The CIO's greatest consideration when making changes to the IT strategy should be consulting key stakeholders, as their alignment and buy-in are crucial for successful implementation.

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

Question

Which of the following should be the ClO's GREATEST consideration when making changes to the IT strategy'?

Options

  • AHas the impact to the enterprise architecture (EA) been assessed?
  • BHas the investment portfolio been revised?
  • CHave key stakeholders been consulted?
  • DHave IT risk metrics been adjusted?

How the community answered

(31 responses)
  • A
    6% (2)
  • B
    13% (4)
  • C
    74% (23)
  • D
    6% (2)

Why each option

The CIO's greatest consideration when making changes to the IT strategy should be consulting key stakeholders, as their alignment and buy-in are crucial for successful implementation.

AHas the impact to the enterprise architecture (EA) been assessed?

Assessing the impact on enterprise architecture is important for technical feasibility and integration, but stakeholder alignment takes precedence in ensuring the strategy is business-driven and accepted.

BHas the investment portfolio been revised?

Revising the investment portfolio is a subsequent action that follows the strategic direction, rather than being the primary consideration for defining the strategy itself.

CHave key stakeholders been consulted?Correct

Consulting key stakeholders is paramount because changes to IT strategy impact various parts of the organization, including business units, employees, and potentially customers. Gaining their input and buy-in ensures that the strategy remains aligned with overall business objectives and minimizes resistance, which is critical for successful implementation and acceptance across the enterprise.

DHave IT risk metrics been adjusted?

Adjusting IT risk metrics is a consequence of strategy changes to monitor new risks or altered risk appetites, but it is not the initial greatest consideration for the strategy itself.

Concept tested: IT strategy stakeholder engagement

Topics

#CIO Responsibilities#IT Strategy Development#Stakeholder Engagement#IT Governance Principles

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