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CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
During a build vs. buy analysis, the IS auditor observes that the organization decided to build a custom application because no vendor solution met all requirements. Which of the following risks should the auditor emphasize?
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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Increased time-to-market and development costs
Custom development carries risk of longer time-to-market and higher cost due to unforeseen complexities.
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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Lack of customization
Why it's wrong here
Build allows full customization.
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Dependence on external support
Why it's wrong here
Build may reduce external dependence if in-house.
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Vendor lock-in
Why it's wrong here
Build avoids vendor lock-in.
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Increased time-to-market and development costs
Why this is correct
Custom development often takes longer and costs more than buying.
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