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Question #: 674
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following is the BEST tool to monitor the effectiveness of information security governance?

  • A. Balanced scorecard
  • B. Risk profile
  • C. Business impact analysis (BIA)
  • D. Key performance indicators (KPIs)
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️

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CarlPTY07
Highly Voted 2 years, 3 months ago
Selected Answer: A
The Balanced Scorecard is a well-known framework that is used to measure the performance and effectiveness of an organization. The Balanced Scorecard framework is used to determine how well an organization can fulfill its mission and strategic objectives and how well it is aligned with overall organizational objectives. Gregory, Peter H.; Gregory, Peter H.. CISM Certified Information Security Manager Bundle (p. 931). McGraw Hill LLC. Kindle Edition.
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dark_3k03r
2 years, 2 months ago
Also keywords monitor and effectiveness, that's literally the definition/purpose of KPI.
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dark_3k03r
2 years, 2 months ago
This may be true, but the scorecard is called balance because it takes other items into consideration like: - financials - customer - internal processes - learning and growth. A KPI is more singularly focused, which is perfect for the question cause it only takes a look at the information security governance as opposed to everything (balanced scorecard).
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bambs
Highly Voted 2 years, 3 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are the best tool to monitor the effectiveness of information security governance.
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03allen
Most Recent 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
KPIs monitor the effectiveness
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AlexJacobson
1 year, 4 months ago
Selected Answer: A
Check out the page 233 of the CISM AIO by Peter Gregory. There's a table that describes Security Balanced Scorecard domains, which clearly indicates that it's the best answer here.
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blehbleh
1 year, 5 months ago
Selected Answer: A
I'm going with A as a balanced score card also encompasses KPIs as well as other information therefore giving the greatest insight.
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koala_lay
1 year, 8 months ago
Selected Answer: A
The best tool to monitor the effectiveness of information security governance is the Balanced Scorecard. The Balanced Scorecard provides a comprehensive view of an organization's performance by incorporating financial, customer, internal process, and learning and growth perspectives. It allows organizations to align their information security governance objectives with their overall organizational goals and monitor the progress towards those objectives. While risk profile, business impact analysis (BIA), and key performance indicators (KPIs) are also important tools, the Balanced Scorecard provides a more holistic approach to monitoring and evaluating information security governance effectiveness.
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koala_lay
1 year, 8 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Key performance indicators (KPIs) as the best tool to monitor the effectiveness of information security governance. KPIs are measurable metrics that help organizations track their performance and progress towards their security goals. By defining and tracking relevant KPIs, organizations can assess the effectiveness of their information security governance and make informed decisions for improvement. While other tools like balanced scorecard, risk profile, and business impact analysis (BIA) are important components of information security governance, KPIs provide more specific and quantifiable insights into the effectiveness of security measures.
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koala_lay
1 year, 8 months ago
True answer seems that not KPI May be Answer A.Balanced Scorecard
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Kunzle
1 year, 9 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are quantifiable measures used to evaluate the success of an organization in achieving its objectives for a specific activity or process. When it comes to monitoring the effectiveness of information security governance, KPIs can provide a clear metric-based view on how well the governance mechanisms are working and whether they are achieving the desired outcomes.
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oluchecpoint
1 year, 9 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Key performance indicators (KPIs). Key performance indicators (KPIs) are specific, measurable metrics that organizations use to assess their performance in various areas, including information security governance. KPIs provide quantifiable data that can be tracked over time, allowing organizations to evaluate the effectiveness of their security measures and governance practices.
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richck102
1 year, 11 months ago
A. Balanced scorecard
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wello
2 years ago
Selected Answer: A
A. Balanced scorecard
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Seasondream
2 years, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: A
KPIs are contained in Balanced Scorecards so A would encompass it. While D may be correct, A better encompasses the answer.
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ccKane
2 years, 3 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Its about the effectiveness. My bet is on D (KPIs)
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Boomers
2 years, 4 months ago
Selected Answer: A
Balanced Scorecard - This tool provides a comprehensive and balanced view of the organization's information security performance by considering multiple aspects, such as financial, customer, internal processes, and learning and growth.
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MyKasala
2 years, 4 months ago
Selected Answer: A
I guess A
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aokisan
2 years, 5 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Clearly, D
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