Overview
What is COBIT and How Does it Benefit Organizations?
COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies)is a framework developed by ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association) for governance and management of enterprise IT. It provides a comprehensive set of best practices, guidelines, and principles to help organizations align their IT goals with business objectives, manage IT-related risks effectively, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
How it works
Aligning IT and Business Goals with COBIT
It consists of a core framework supplemented by processes, control objectives, management guidelines, and maturity models. The process of implementing COBIT involves several key steps. First, identify the drivers for change, such as regulatory requirements or the need to enhance IT governance. Next, assess the current status of the organization’s IT objectives, strategies, and risks to pinpoint areas for improvement. Then, set improvement targets aligned with strategic objectives based on the identified gaps.
Plan feasible solutions by defining projects and creating a change plan. Implement these changes into daily practices, establish monitoring systems, and ensure alignment with business objectives. Finally, transition improved practices into regular operations, continuously monitor performance, and identify further improvement opportunities.
What can we do for you
Achieving IT Compliance and Improved Governance with SBS’s COBIT Services
SBS offers a comprehensive consultancy service for COBIT 2019 implementation, including gap assessment, guidance, training, policy development, and continuous support to help organizations achieve compliance with regulatory requirements and improve their IT governance and management practices effectively.