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Isaca CGEIT Exam - Topic 4 Question 59 Discussion

What is the PRIMARY objective for performing an IT due diligence review prior to the acquisition of a competitor?
C) Assess the status of the risk profile of the competitor.
A) Document the competitor's governance structure.
B) Ensure that the competitor understands significant IT risks.
D) Determine whether the competitor is using industry-accepted practices.

Isaca CGEIT Exam - Topic 4 Question 59 Discussion

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What is the PRIMARY objective for performing an IT due diligence review prior to the acquisition of a competitor?

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by Bernardine at May 29, 2023, 01:33 AM

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Zona
8 months ago
I disagree, understanding IT risks is crucial too!
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Winifred
8 months ago
Surprised that people think it's just about risks!
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Walton
8 months ago
I thought it was more about governance, but C makes sense.
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Vivan
8 months ago
Totally agree, option C is the way to go.
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Leanora
9 months ago
It's all about assessing the risk profile!
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Terrilyn
9 months ago
I lean towards option C because knowing the risk profile seems crucial before an acquisition, but I could be wrong.
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Ronny
9 months ago
I feel like documenting governance is important too, but it might not be the primary objective.
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Novella
9 months ago
I remember a practice question that emphasized understanding IT risks, so maybe option B is the right choice?
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Jose
9 months ago
I think the main goal is to assess the competitor's risk profile, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the primary focus.
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Ayesha
9 months ago
I'm a bit confused on the differences between the options. I'll need to review my security concepts to make sure I understand which one is the best solution.
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Sommer
9 months ago
I'm not sure, but I remember something about 3PL and how it helps with logistics—maybe that's relevant here?
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Ona
9 months ago
I remember practicing a similar question on VPN types, but I'm not sure if this one is just about Meraki.
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Victor
10 months ago
I'm not entirely sure about this one. I know integration testing comes after unit testing, but I'm not certain about the relationship to system testing. I'll have to think it through more carefully.
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Franklyn
1 year ago
Okay, but what if the competitor is using a totally rad, cutting-edge IT system that's not 'industry-accepted'? Shouldn't we still look into that?
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Casie
1 year ago
Haha, I bet the IT team is going to have a field day with this one. 'Cause you know they're just dying to document the competitor's governance structure. Real groundbreaking stuff.
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Margurite
1 year ago
D) Determine whether the competitor is using industry-accepted practices.
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Tricia
1 year ago
C) Assess the status of the risk profile of the competitor.
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Carlee
1 year ago
A) Document the competitor's governance structure.
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Tambra
1 year ago
D seems like the most logical choice to me. Determining if they're using industry-accepted practices is crucial for evaluating their compatibility with our company.
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Gerardo
1 year ago
Documenting their governance structure can also provide valuable insights, so A is not to be overlooked.
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Hobert
1 year ago
It's also important to assess their risk profile, so C is crucial as well.
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Ahmed
1 year ago
I agree, D is important for ensuring a smooth integration.
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Noe
1 year ago
I think B is the way to go. Ensuring the competitor understands the risks is key to making an informed decision, right? Can't have any surprises down the line.
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Albina
1 year ago
C) Assess the status of the risk profile of the competitor.
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Alva
1 year ago
B) Ensure that the competitor understands significant IT risks.
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Oretha
1 year ago
A) Document the competitor's governance structure.
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Susana
1 year ago
C'mon, the answer is obviously C. I mean, why else would we do a due diligence review if not to assess the risk profile of the competitor? Duh.
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Annabelle
1 year ago
Definitely, assessing the risk profile is the primary objective of an IT due diligence review.
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Karol
1 year ago
I agree, it's crucial to understand the risk profile before making any decisions.
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Joseph
1 year ago
Yeah, that makes sense. It's important to know what risks we might be taking on.
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Emily
1 year ago
I think the answer is C, we need to assess the risk profile of the competitor.
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Sherill
1 year ago
I agree, C is definitely the main focus of the IT due diligence review.
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Devora
1 year ago
That's a good point, but I still think assessing the risk profile is the primary objective.
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Karl
1 year ago
But what about D? Don't we also need to make sure they are using industry-accepted practices?
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Nakita
1 year ago
I think you're right, C does seem like the most logical choice.
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Brunilda
1 year ago
I agree with Tiffiny. It's important to understand the IT risks involved before making the acquisition.
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Tiffiny
1 year ago
I think the primary objective is to assess the status of the risk profile of the competitor.
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Sage
1 year ago
What is the PRIMARY objective for performing an IT due diligence review prior to the acquisition of a competitor?
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Fannie
1 year ago
I believe it's also crucial to determine whether the competitor is using industry-accepted practices to ensure a smooth integration process.
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Lavera
1 year ago
I agree with Adelle. It's important to understand the potential risks involved in the acquisition.
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Adelle
1 year ago
I think the primary objective is to assess the status of the risk profile of the competitor.
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