IT Governance
What is IT Governance?
IT governance is a structured framework aligning IT investments with business goals and managing associated risks effectively.
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Why is it important?
- Improved Decision-Making
Effective IT governance enhances decision-making processes within IT an business operations for better outcomes. - ResourceOptimisation
Optimising IT resources through governance ensures efficient use of technology and budget within organisations. - Transparency and Accountability
IT governance increases transparency and accountability, promoting trust and clear responsibility in IT operations.
Organisations can leverage off a number of frameworks as they navigate their IT governance adoption.
| Framework | Focus Area | Best For |
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COBIT
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IT governance & management
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Holistic IT control and alignment
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ITIL
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IT service management
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Operational IT and service delivery
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ISO 38500
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High-level IT governance
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Board-level oversight
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ISO 27001
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Information security
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Data protection, risk, compliance
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COSO
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Risk and control frameworks
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Broader risk and compliance
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From insights to board packs
Lessons learnt in implementation:
- IT governance Frameworks should be practical and fit for purpose in relation to the Organisation’s size and complex
- IT governance should to be supported at a Board and Exco level for effective adoption across the business
- Feedback mechanisms should be established across various Governance structures with ultimate reporting at a Board level
- Focused reporting based on stakeholder needs
- Clear roles and accountability should be established from the onset
- Measure and monitor performance to track progress
- IT Governance is a continuous journey which requires ongoing effort and adaptation
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