Certificate of Cloud Auditing Knowledge (CCAK) — Question 12

Which of the following should be the FIRST step to establish a cloud assurance program during a cloud migration?

Answer options

• A. Design
• B. Stakeholder identification
• C. Development
• D. Risk assessment

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The first step in establishing a cloud assurance program is to focus on the Design phase, which lays the foundation for the program's objectives and framework. The other options, while important, are subsequent steps that depend on having a solid design in place before proceeding with stakeholder identification, development, or risk assessment.