When reviewing a system development project an IS auditor
would be PRIMARILY concerned with whether:
A. business objectives are achieved.
B. security and control procedures are adequate.
C. the system utilizes the strategic technical infrastructure.
D. development will comply with the approved quality
management processes
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Answer: A
The most important issue in reviewing system development
processes to ensure that business objectives are achieved. A
software development project should meet its objectives.
Security and control procedures are to be considered as a
subset of business objectives, because a well-controlled
system that does not meet business needs is of little
benefit to the organization.
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