Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 340

An enterprise's board of directors has asked the CIO to implement ways to make the IT function more environmentally responsible. Which of the following should be the CIO's FIRST step to ensure continued alignment of IT needs with the requirements of the board?

Answer options

• A. Create a staff awareness education plan focused on IT environmental responsibility.
• B. Incorporate new environmentally responsible objectives into existing IT goals.
• C. Assess potential environmentally responsible IT initiatives.
• D. Write a business case for an environmentally responsible initiative for IT.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because creating a staff awareness education plan is essential to ensure that all team members understand the importance of environmental responsibility and can contribute to it. Options B and C involve actions that come after staff awareness is established, while D focuses on a business case that may not be effective without first educating the staff.