Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) — Question 343

Which of the following should be the FIRST step in updating an IT strategic plan?

Answer options

• A. Identify changes in enterprise goals.
• B. Review IT performance objectives and indicators.
• C. Evaluate IT capabilities and resources.
• D. Revise the enterprise architecture (EA).

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The first step in updating an IT strategic plan is to identify changes in enterprise goals, as these goals guide the entire planning process. The other options, while important, are secondary actions that should follow the assessment of the current goals to ensure alignment with the IT strategy.