Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 942

The BEST way to provide assurance that a project is adhering to the project plan is to:

Answer options

• A. conduct compliance audits at major system milestones.
• B. require design reviews at appropriate points in the life cycle.
• C. have an IS auditor participate on the quality assurance (QA) team.
• D. have an IS auditor participate on the steering committee.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Conducting compliance audits at major system milestones is the best way to ensure adherence to the project plan, as it allows for an assessment of alignment with the established guidelines at critical points. While design reviews and participation of an IS auditor in the QA team or steering committee can be beneficial, they do not provide the same level of systematic oversight and verification as compliance audits do.