Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 313

Of the following, who is MOST appropriate to evaluate the potential benefits of an IT-enabled investment?

Answer options

• A. Business sponsor
• B. Portfolio management officer
• C. External IT auditor
• D. Chief information officer

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is typically responsible for aligning IT investments with business strategy, making them the most qualified to evaluate the potential benefits of IT-enabled investments. The business sponsor and portfolio management officer may have insights, but their focus is often on specific projects rather than a holistic evaluation. An external IT auditor's role is more about compliance and oversight rather than investment assessment.