Which of the following functions should be performed by the
application owners to ensure an adequate segregation of
duties between IS and end users?
A. System analysis
B. Authorization of access to data
C. Application programming
D. Data administration
Answer / guest
Answer: B
The application owner is responsible for authorizing access
to data. Application development and programming are
functions of the IS department. Similarly, system analysis
should be performed by qualified persons in IS who have
knowledge of IS and user requirements. Data administration
is a specialized function related to database management
systems and should be performed by qualified database
administrators.
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