Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of implementing an enterprise governance of information and technology (EGIT) system?
Correct Answer: B
The primary purpose of implementing an enterprise governance of information and technology (EGIT) system is to deliver stakeholder value from I&T-enabled investments. An EGIT system is a set of components that provide direction, oversight, evaluation, monitoring, assurance, etc., for an enterprise's information and technology. An I&T-enabled investment is any initiative or project that involves the use of information and technology to create value for the enterprise. A stakeholder is a person or group that has an interest or concern in an enterprise's activities or outcomes. The primary purpose of implementing an EGIT system is to deliver stakeholder value from I&T-enabled investments by ensuring that they align with the enterprise strategy and objectives, optimize risks and resources, achieve expected benefits and outcomes, etc.12 References: COBIT
2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology, COBIT 2019 Framework: Governance System