Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 309

An enterprise is planning to migrate its IT infrastructure to a cloud-based solution but does not have experience with this technology. Which of the following should be done FIRST to reduce the risk of IT service disruptions when using this new technology?

Answer options

• A. Evaluate the sourcing options.
• B. Reflect the change in the enterprise architecture (EA).
• C. Implement key performance indicators (KPIs).
• D. Engage an experienced IT consultant to perform the migration.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct choice is D because engaging an experienced IT consultant helps ensure a smooth and knowledgeable transition to cloud technology, minimizing risks. The other options, while important, do not provide immediate hands-on expertise to mitigate potential disruptions during the migration process.