CGEIT · Question #351
Which of the following would a CIO use to present the overall view of IT performance to the board of directors?
The correct answer is A. Balanced scorecard. A CIO would use a Balanced Scorecard to present an overall view of IT performance to the board of directors.
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Which of the following would a CIO use to present the overall view of IT performance to the board of directors?
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- ABalanced scorecard
- BKey risk indicators (KRIs)
- CMaturity model
- DKey performance indicators (KPIs)
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(47 responses)- A91% (43)
- B2% (1)
- C4% (2)
- D2% (1)
Why each option
A CIO would use a Balanced Scorecard to present an overall view of IT performance to the board of directors.
A Balanced Scorecard offers a holistic perspective on IT performance by integrating financial metrics with non-financial aspects such as customer satisfaction, internal process efficiency, and innovation. This comprehensive view allows the board to understand IT's contribution to overall business strategy and value creation, rather than just isolated operational metrics.
Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) focus specifically on potential risks and their likelihood, providing a risk-centric view, not a comprehensive overall performance overview.
A maturity model assesses the capabilities and processes of IT, but it does not directly present performance against strategic objectives in a board-level format.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) measure specific operational or strategic targets, but they often lack the integrated, multi-perspective view necessary for an overall performance report to the board of directors.
Concept tested: Balanced Scorecard for board-level IT reporting
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