CISA Governance and Management of IT Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are benefits of establishing an IT steering 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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Enhanced prioritization of IT investments
Options B and C are correct because an IT steering committee provides strategic alignment and prioritization of IT initiatives, ensuring they align with business goals. Option A is not a benefit; operational efficiency is a management responsibility, not a committee function. Option D is incorrect; establishing a steering committee may add governance overhead rather than reduce management overhead. Option E is not a primary benefit; technical decisions are typically delegated to IT management.
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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Improved operational efficiency of IT systems
Why it's wrong here
Operational efficiency is not the primary purpose.
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Enhanced prioritization of IT investments
Why this is correct
Prioritization is a core benefit.
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Better alignment between IT and business strategy
Why this is correct
Alignment is a key benefit.
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Reduction of management overhead
Why it's wrong here
Steering committees add oversight, not reduction of overhead.
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Direct control over technical IT decisions
Why it's wrong here
The committee guides strategy, not detailed technical decisions.
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