Is it appropriate for an IS auditor from a company that is
considering outsourcing its IS processing to request and
review a copy of each vendor's business continuity plan?

A. Yes, because the IS auditor will evaluate the adequacy of
the service bureau's plan and assist his/her company in
implementing a complementary plan.

B. Yes, because, based on the plan, the IS auditor will
evaluate the financial stability of the service bureau and
its ability to fulfill the contract.

C. No, because the backup to be provided should be specified
adequately in the contract.

D. No, because the service bureau's business continuity plan
is proprietary information.

Answer Posted / guest

Answer: A

The primary responsibility of the IS auditor is to assure
that the company assets are being safeguarded. This is true
even if the assets do not reside on the immediate premises.
Reputable service bureaus will have a well-designed and
tested business continuity plan.

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