Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 1149

Which of the following is the PRIMARY benefit of benchmarking an organization’s software development life cycle practices against a capability maturity model?

Answer options

• A. Security requirements are added to software development processes.
• B. Reliable products are guaranteed.
• C. Programmers’ efficiency is improved.
• D. Repeatable software development procedures are established.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because benchmarking against a capability maturity model helps to establish repeatable and consistent software development procedures, which leads to improved quality and efficiency. Options A, B, and C, while they may be benefits of improved processes, are not the primary focus of benchmarking against a capability maturity model.