CGEIT Governance OF Enterprise IT Practice Question
Which factor most significantly influences the design of an IT governance system?
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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The organization's strategy and business goals.
Enterprise strategy is the primary driver for IT governance, as the framework must support the business objectives.
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 specific software vendors used.
Why it's wrong here
Vendor choice is a tactical decision, not a governance design driver.
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The current IT hardware lifecycle.
Why it's wrong here
This is an operational management concern.
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The organization's strategy and business goals.
Why this is correct
Strategy defines the direction that IT governance must support.
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The number of employees in the IT department.
Why it's wrong here
Size is a factor, but strategy is the primary driver.
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