Isaca COBIT-Design-and-Implementation Exam - Topic 4 Question 28 Discussion

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Question #: 28
Topic #: 4

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A highly successful start-up enterprise has decided to use the COBIT design guide to develop a tailored governance system. Which of the following design factors is MOST important to consider when the goal is to increase market share?

ARisk profile

BRole of IT

CEnterprise strategy

DIT-related issues

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Suggested Answer: C

The COBIT 2019 Design Guide clarifies that enterprise strategy is a critical design factor when aligning governance with business goals:

'Enterprise strategy guides the prioritization and selection of governance and management objectives. For example, if the strategy is to grow market share, the objectives related to innovation and service delivery will be emphasized.'

Hence, enterprise strategy is the most important factor to consider in this scenario.

by Elfrieda at Aug 14, 2025, 07:25 PM

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Carolann

2 months ago

Not sure if enterprise strategy is the only factor to consider.

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Maile

2 months ago

Surprised that IT-related issues are even an option here!

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Serina

3 months ago

Risk profile matters too, but not as much as strategy.

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Cheryll

3 months ago

Totally agree, strategy drives growth!

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Fidelia

3 months ago

I think enterprise strategy is key for market share.

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Louvenia

3 months ago

From what I recall, focusing on enterprise strategy seems to be the best choice here, especially for long-term growth and market positioning.

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Socorro

4 months ago

I practiced a similar question where risk profile was highlighted, but I wonder if it’s really the top priority in this context.

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Raymon

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like the role of IT could be significant since it can drive innovation and customer engagement.

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Fairy

4 months ago

I remember discussing how enterprise strategy aligns with overall business goals, so I think that might be crucial for increasing market share.

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Raul

4 months ago

I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The role of IT is going to be crucial for a tech-focused start-up trying to grow its market share, so that's the design factor I would emphasize.

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Dong

4 months ago

Okay, I think the key here is to focus on the enterprise strategy. Increasing market share is likely a high-level business goal, so the design factor that's most important is how the governance system aligns with the overall enterprise strategy.

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Dierdre

4 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this. I know COBIT is about IT governance, but I'm not sure how the different design factors would impact market share specifically.

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Carlee

5 months ago

This seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the key factors in the COBIT design guide and how they relate to increasing market share.

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Isidra

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not so sure. I reckon option B, the role of IT, is just as crucial. After all, the technology is what's going to power this market share growth, right? Can't ignore that.

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Laura

2 months ago

All good points! But I still lean towards enterprise strategy being the foundation.

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Claudia

2 months ago

Risk profile is important too. Can't ignore potential pitfalls.

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Jerilyn

2 months ago

True, but without IT's role, the strategy might fail.

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Allene

2 months ago

I think option C, enterprise strategy, is key. It sets the direction for growth.

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Alease

6 months ago

I think the most important factor is C) Enterprise strategy.

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Jacki

6 months ago

I think option C is the most important. The enterprise strategy is key to increasing market share. COBIT is all about aligning IT with business goals, and that starts with the overall strategy.

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