When auditing the proposed acquisition of a new computer
system, the IS auditor should FIRST establish that:
A. a clear business case has been approved by management.
B. corporate security standards will be met.
C. users will be involved in the implementation plan.
D. the new system will meet all required user functionality.
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Answer: A
The first concern of the IS auditor should be to establish
that the proposal meets the needs of the business, and this
should be established by a clear business case. Although
compliance with security standards is essential, as are
meeting the needs of the users and having users involved in
the implementation process, it is too early in the
procurement process for these to be the IS auditor's first
concern.
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D
Since this is a proposed acquisition, the approval of
management will not be in place yet. Hence D is the best option
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