During CSF life cycle action plan review, which of the following tasks is associated with realizing benefits?

Realizing benefits is a core component of the later phases of the COBIT implementation life cycle, particularly Phase 6, "Did we get there?". This phase focuses on confirming that the implemented improvements are delivering the expected value. The primary task associated with this is monitoring performance against the objectives and metrics that were defined in the business case. This tracking and reporting activity validates that benefits are being realized and provides the basis for any necessary corrective actions.

A. Developing business cases indicating success factors: This task occurs in the early planning phases (e.g., Phase 2 or 3) to justify the initiative, not during the benefits realization phase.
C. Documenting risk issues and remediation plans: This is a risk management activity that occurs throughout the life cycle to protect value, not the primary task of measuring and realizing benefits.

1. ISACA, COBIT 2019 Implementation Guide, 2018, p. 51, Section 3.8, Phase 6—Did We Get There?, "The purpose of this phase is to focus on sustainable transition...by monitoring achievement of the improvements."

2. ISACA, COBIT 2019 Implementation Guide, 2018, p. 19, Figure 3.2, The "Realize benefits" component of the inner ring aligns with Phase 6.

3. ISACA, COBIT 2019 Framework: Governance and Management Objectives, 2018, p. 36, EDM02.03 Monitor benefits.