Isaca Exam CGEIT Topic 1 Question 86 Discussion

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Question #: 86
Topic #: 1

Which of the following is the MOST important reason that IT strategic planning processes need to be adequately documented and communicated?

ATo justify spending on IT projects

BTo promote transparency to stakeholders

CTo ensure other departments are aligned with the direction set by IT

DTo inform business units of IT department achievements

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Suggested Answer: C

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Jules

8 months ago

Hold up, is this a trick question? I bet the answer is to make sure the IT department has job security. Just kidding... or am I?

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Tamesha

8 months ago

Option A? Really? Justifying spending is important, but not the most crucial reason. Try again, folks!

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Dana

7 months ago

D) To inform business units of IT department achievements

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Carin

8 months ago

C) To ensure other departments are aligned with the direction set by IT

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Gerald

8 months ago

B) To promote transparency to stakeholders

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Erick

9 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. Maybe D so we can boast about our IT achievements? Who doesn't love a good humble brag?

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Stevie

8 months ago

I think C is also important to make sure everyone is on the same page.

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Nu

8 months ago

I agree, B is crucial for keeping stakeholders informed.

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Domonique

8 months ago

True, it's important for all departments to be on the same page.

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Josefa

8 months ago

But C is also important, alignment is crucial for success.

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Deeanna

8 months ago

I agree, stakeholders need to know what's going on.

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Malcom

8 months ago

I think B is the most important reason. Transparency is key.

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Gaynell

8 months ago

I think B is the most important reason, transparency is key.

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Kip

9 months ago

I believe ensuring other departments are aligned with IT direction is the key reason for documenting and communicating IT strategic planning processes.

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Lorrie

9 months ago

I'd have to disagree, C is the most important. Aligning the whole organization is crucial for successful IT strategy.

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Adaline

8 months ago

But don't you think A is important too? Justifying spending on IT projects is crucial for budget approval.

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Carlene

8 months ago

I agree, transparency is key in IT strategic planning.

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Catalina

9 months ago

I think B is also important, stakeholders need to know what's going on.

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Naomi

9 months ago

I agree with Dante, but I also think promoting transparency to stakeholders is crucial.

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Jill

9 months ago

Option B is the way to go! Transparency is key for building trust with stakeholders.

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Jutta

9 months ago

I agree, it helps stakeholders understand the decisions being made and the direction of the IT department.

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Broderick

9 months ago

Transparency is definitely important for building trust with stakeholders.

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Dante

9 months ago

I think the most important reason is to justify spending on IT projects.

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