CRISC · Question #341
Which of the following is the BEST risk management approach for the strategic IT planning process?
The correct answer is D. Risk scenarios associated with IT strategic initiatives are identified and assessed.. The most effective risk management approach for strategic IT planning involves proactively identifying and assessing specific risk scenarios tied to IT initiatives.
Question
Which of the following is the BEST risk management approach for the strategic IT planning process?
Options
- AKey performance indicators (KPIs) are established to track IT strategic initiatives.
- BThe IT strategic plan is reviewed by the chief information security officer (CISO) and enterprise risk
- CThe IT strategic plan is developed from the organization-wide risk management plan.
- DRisk scenarios associated with IT strategic initiatives are identified and assessed.
How the community answered
(21 responses)- A10% (2)
- C5% (1)
- D86% (18)
Why each option
The most effective risk management approach for strategic IT planning involves proactively identifying and assessing specific risk scenarios tied to IT initiatives.
Establishing KPIs tracks performance but doesn't proactively manage risks inherent in the strategic planning process itself.
Review by CISO and enterprise risk is a good governance step but occurs after the plan's development and doesn't constitute the primary risk management approach for planning.
While the IT plan should align with the organization-wide risk management plan, this choice describes an input, not the approach for managing risks specifically within the IT strategic planning process.
Identifying and assessing risk scenarios directly addresses potential threats and vulnerabilities within specific IT strategic initiatives, allowing for proactive mitigation and informed decision-making during the planning phase. This approach ensures that risks are considered an integral part of the strategic plan, rather than an afterthought.
Concept tested: Strategic IT risk identification and assessment
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