Why should a technology roadmap be reviewed and updated regularly?

To ensure it remains aligned with changing business needs and technology trends

To ensure that all projects are completed on schedule

To satisfy regulatory requirements for IT planning

To provide a record of past decisions for auditing purposes

A logistics company wants to systematically identify emerging technologies that could improve its supply chain visibility. The company has limited resources and wants to avoid being distracted by hype. Which approach is most effective?

Wait for competitors to adopt new technologies and then evaluate those technologies for internal use.

Establish a formal technology scanning process that includes input from business units, vendors, and industry research, and filters candidates against business needs.

Focus only on technologies that are already proven in other industries.

Subscribe to general technology news feeds and follow industry analysts on social media.

A bank is evaluating the use of blockchain for cross-border payments. The technology could reduce settlement times and costs, but the bank's risk appetite is conservative. What is the most important criterion to include in the evaluation?

The maturity of the blockchain platform and its developer community.

The technology's compliance with financial regulations and its alignment with the bank's risk appetite.

The number of other banks already using blockchain for similar purposes.

The potential cost savings compared to the current payment system.

What is the first step in developing a technology roadmap?

Assigning a project manager to oversee the roadmap

Selecting the specific technology products to purchase

Understanding the current technology state and business goals

Creating a detailed budget for all initiatives

Which of the following best describes the nature of technology principles?

They are broad, enduring statements that guide technology choices and architecture

They are short-term tactical directives that change with each project

They are detailed technical standards that specify exact configurations

They are legal requirements that must be followed to ensure compliance

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Technology Strategy and Architecture CRISC Practice Questions (Page 1)

Part of the Domain 4: Technology and Security domain, which accounts for 20% of the CRISC exam.

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Why should a technology roadmap be reviewed and updated regularly?
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A logistics company wants to systematically identify emerging technologies that could improve its supply chain visibility. The company has limited resources and wants to avoid being distracted by hype. Which approach is most effective?
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A bank is evaluating the use of blockchain for cross-border payments. The technology could reduce settlement times and costs, but the bank's risk appetite is conservative. What is the most important criterion to include in the evaluation?
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