CDPSE Privacy Governance Practice Question
An organization is building a privacy program. What indicates that the privacy strategy is aligned with business operations?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Privacy controls are integrated into business workflows.
Integration into daily processes is the highest indicator of operational alignment.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The privacy team has their own budget.
Why it's wrong here
Budgeting is administrative, not operational alignment.
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The policy is saved on a shared drive.
Why it's wrong here
Accessibility is not the same as alignment.
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The DPO reports to the CEO once a year.
Why it's wrong here
This is a reporting line, not a measure of operational alignment.
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Privacy controls are integrated into business workflows.
Why this is correct
Operational integration confirms strategy is being lived out.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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