Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 227

Which of the following should a new CIO do FIRST to ensure information assets are effectively governed?

Answer options

• A. Review information classification procedures.
• B. Perform an information gap analysis.
• C. Evaluate information access methods.
• D. Quantify the business value of information assets

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The first step in effectively governing information assets is to review information classification procedures, as this establishes a framework for how data is categorized and managed. The other options, while important, come after establishing a clear classification system that dictates how information should be handled and protected.