Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 117

A retail enterprise has cost reduction as its top priority. From a governance perspective, which of the following should be the MOST important consideration when evaluating different IT investment options?

Answer options

• A. Risk associated with each option
• B. Industry best practices
• C. Business value impact
• D. Support for increased sales

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as the business value impact directly relates to how investments can enhance revenue and reduce costs, aligning with the cost reduction goal. While risk, best practices, and sales support are important, they are secondary to the overall business value that each IT investment can bring.