Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 740

A recently purchased IT application does not meet project requirements. Of the following, who is accountable for the potential impact?

Answer options

• A. Business analyst
• B. IT project team
• C. IT project management office
• D. Project sponsor

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The project sponsor is ultimately accountable for the project's success and its alignment with business needs. While the business analyst, IT project team, and IT project management office play crucial roles in the development and implementation process, it is the project sponsor who must take responsibility for any failures or shortcomings in meeting the project requirements.