Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 3: Business Knowledge for Internal Auditing — Question 260

Which of the following IT strategies is most effective for responding to competitive pressures created by the marketplace?

Answer options

• A. Promote closer linkage between organizational strategy and information.
• B. Provide users with greater online access to information systems.
• C. Enhance the functionality of application systems.
• D. Expand the use of automated controls.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Option A is correct because aligning organizational strategy with information resources allows for better responsiveness to market demands. The other options, while beneficial in their own right, do not directly address the strategic alignment necessary to combat competitive pressures.