Question

An IS auditor reviewing an organization's IT strategy notices that a new enterprise architecture (EA) initiative was launched by the IT department to standardize technology platforms. However, business unit leaders complain that recent technology investments do not support their emerging market priorities. What is the auditor's PRIMARY concern?

Accepted Answer

The IT strategy and EA are not aligned with business objectives and strategy

Answer

The EA initiative lacks documented technical standards for each platform

Answer

The IT department did not obtain competitive bids for the new platforms

Answer

The EA initiative was not reviewed by the internal audit function before launch