Resource and Vendor Management CISA Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16application · medium

   A company has decided to terminate its contract with an IT infrastructure vendor due to poor performance. The company needs to transition to a new vendor without disrupting operations. Which of the following is the MOST important action to take during the exit management process?

   • APublicly announce the termination to put pressure on the vendor to cooperate.
   • BImmediately cut off the vendor's access to all systems and data to prevent further damage.
   • CAsk the new vendor to start providing services immediately without a formal transition.
   • DDevelop a detailed transition plan that includes knowledge transfer, data migration, and a timeline for handover.
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2. 17foundation · easy

   What is the primary objective of capacity management?

   • ATo replace all IT equipment on a fixed schedule regardless of usage
   • BTo maximize the utilization of all IT resources to their absolute limits
   • CTo ensure that IT resources are sufficient to meet current and future performance and growth demands
   • DTo minimize the cost of IT infrastructure by using the least expensive components
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4. 18expert · hard

   A company is undergoing a digital transformation that requires new skills in cloud computing and data analytics. The current IT staff have strong legacy skills but lack these new capabilities. The company has a limited budget and cannot afford to hire many new employees. Which of the following is the MOST effective strategy to address the skills gap?

   • AHire a few senior experts in cloud and analytics and have them lead projects while mentoring existing staff.
   • BOutsource all cloud and analytics projects to external vendors.
   • CDelay the digital transformation until the budget allows for hiring more staff.
   • DSend all existing IT staff to extensive training programs to build the new skills.
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5. 19foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a common risk associated with IT vendors?

   • AVendor financial instability leading to service disruption
   • BVendor being too responsive to the organization's needs
   • CVendor providing too many services at no cost
   • DVendor using outdated technology that is incompatible with the organization
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6. 20expert · hard

   A company is considering a strategic partnership with a vendor that will provide a critical component of its product. The vendor is a startup with innovative technology but limited financial history. The company's risk tolerance is low, and it cannot afford a disruption in the supply of this component. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate approach to manage this risk?

   • AConduct a thorough financial and operational due diligence, and include contractual protections such as performance bonds and exit clauses.
   • BProceed with the partnership but require the vendor to maintain a minimum level of inventory.
   • CReject the startup and only consider established vendors with a long track record.
   • DAccept the risk because the vendor's technology is innovative and could provide a competitive advantage.
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