COBIT-DESIGN-AND-IMPLEMENTATION practice question 15 of 25

Which of the following is an important component for an enterprise strategy archetype of client service/stability as defined by COBIT 2019?

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Answer options
A: Important influence of culture and behavior component
B: Organizational structures
C: Services, infrastructure, and applications component Correct answer
D: Support for the portfolio management role with an investment office
Correct Answer:
C. Services, infrastructure, and applications component
Explanation

The "Client service/stability" enterprise strategy archetype prioritizes providing reliable, high-quality, and consistent services to clients. The "Services, infrastructure, and applications" component is fundamental to achieving this. This component encompasses the I&T assets and resources that directly enable and deliver services to customers. Therefore, the performance, stability, and management of this component are critically important for an enterprise pursuing this strategy. A focus on this component ensures that the underlying technology can support the strategic goal of excellent and stable client service.

Why Incorrect

A. Culture and behavior are important for all archetypes, not a specific differentiator for the client service/stability strategy.
B. Organizational structures are a foundational component for any governance system, not uniquely emphasized for this specific archetype over others.
D. Support for a portfolio management role is more closely associated with "Growth/Acquisition" or "Innovation/Differentiation" archetypes, which focus on new investments.

References

1. ISACA, COBIT 2019 Design Guide: Designing an Information and Technology Governance Solution, 2018, p. 30, Table 4.2. This table outlines the characteristics of the "Client service/stability" archetype, which include a focus on service quality and business continuity, directly linking to the "Services, infrastructure, and applications" component.

2. ISACA, COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology, 2018, p. 29, Figure 4.1. This figure lists "Services, infrastructure and applications" as one of the seven core components of a governance system, which are the building blocks for delivering value.

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