CISA Governance and Management of IT Practice Question
Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of an IT strategy committee?
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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To ensure IT investments support business objectives
The primary purpose of an IT strategy committee is to ensure that IT investments align with and support business objectives, providing strategic direction and governance. Option A is incorrect as monitoring project timelines is an operational task, not a strategic committee responsibility. Option B is incorrect because managing vendor contracts is typically handled by procurement or IT operations. Option C is incorrect because approving specific project budgets is a project-level decision, not the committee's primary focus.
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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To monitor IT project timelines
Why it's wrong here
Project monitoring is operational.
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To manage IT vendor contracts
Why it's wrong here
Vendor management is not a committee's primary role.
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To approve IT project budgets
Why it's wrong here
Budget approval is often done by finance or board.
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To ensure IT investments support business objectives
Why this is correct
Strategic alignment is the primary goal.
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