Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 31

The CEO of a large enterprise has announced the commencement of a major business expansion that will double the size of the organization. IT will need to support the expected demand expansion. The CIO should FIRST:

Answer options

• A. update the IT strategic plan to align with the decision.
• B. recruit IT resources based on the expansion decision.
• C. review the resource utilization matrix.
• D. embed IT personnel in the business units.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because updating the IT strategic plan ensures that IT's goals align with the organization's new direction, allowing for effective resource allocation. Options B, C, and D are premature actions that depend on a clear understanding of the strategic direction, which should be established first.