Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 455

Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of a post-implementation review?

Answer options

• A. To ensure project resources were optimized
• B. To ensure project deliverables were provided on time
• C. To determine whether expected benefits were realized from a project
• D. To calculate a project's actual cost against the projected cost

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because the primary aim of a post-implementation review is to evaluate if the project met its expected benefits. The other options, while important, focus on aspects such as resource optimization, timeliness of deliverables, and cost comparison, which are secondary to assessing the realization of benefits.