CISA Governance and Management of IT Practice Question
An IT governance framework has been implemented, but the board is not receiving regular reports on IT performance. Which of the following is the BEST course of action?
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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Develop a dashboard that presents key IT metrics to the board.
The best course of action because a dashboard provides a regular, concise view of key IT metrics for the board, directly addressing the lack of reporting. Option A (risk assessment) focuses on risk rather than reporting. Option C (balanced scorecard) is a broader strategic alignment tool. Option D (assigning a CIO) changes reporting structure but does not ensure regular reports.
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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Conduct an IT risk assessment to identify critical areas.
Why it's wrong here
Conducting an IT risk assessment identifies critical areas but does not establish regular reporting to the board.
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Develop a dashboard that presents key IT metrics to the board.
Why this is correct
Developing a dashboard presents key IT metrics to the board, directly addressing the need for regular reports.
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Implement an IT balanced scorecard that aligns with corporate strategy.
Why it's wrong here
Implementing an IT balanced scorecard aligns IT with corporate strategy but is a broader initiative that may not immediately fix the reporting gap.
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Assign a chief information officer (CIO) to report directly to the board.
Why it's wrong here
Assigning a CIO to report directly to the board changes reporting lines but does not guarantee regular performance reports.
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