Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 1279

Which of the following is the MOST important responsibility of a business process owner to enable effective IT risk management?

Answer options

• A. Prioritizing risk for appropriate response
• B. Escalating risk to senior management
• C. Collecting and analyzing risk data
• D. Delivering risk reports in a timely manner

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Prioritizing risk for appropriate response is essential as it allows the business process owner to focus on the most critical risks first, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively. While escalating risks to senior management, collecting data, and delivering reports are important, they do not directly address the immediate need to manage and respond to risks in order of priority.