Technology & Information Management Flashcards
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Which technology management practice ensures that an organization's software and hardware assets are tracked, licensed, and maintained appropriately?
Answer: IT Asset Management (ITAM)
IT Asset Management (ITAM) is the practice of tracking and managing an organization's technology assets throughout their lifecycle, including licensing compliance.
An administrative manager wants to reduce paper-based workflows by digitizing documents and automating approvals. This initiative is best described as:
Answer: Digital transformation
Digital transformation refers to integrating digital technology into all areas of a business, fundamentally changing how operations and value are delivered.
What is the primary purpose of a data backup and recovery plan in an organization?
Answer: To ensure business continuity after data loss events
A data backup and recovery plan ensures the organization can restore critical information and resume operations following data loss due to hardware failure, cyberattack, or disaster.
Which of the following best describes a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model?
Answer: Software hosted by a vendor and accessed via the internet on a subscription basis
SaaS delivers software applications over the internet on a subscription basis, with the vendor handling hosting, maintenance, and updates.
An organization's policy that defines acceptable use of company computers, networks, and internet access is called an:
Answer: Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
An Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) outlines the rules employees must follow when using organizational technology resources, including computers and the internet.
When evaluating new technology for administrative operations, which factor is most critical for ensuring long-term value?
Answer: Scalability and integration with existing systems
Scalability and integration capability ensure the technology can grow with the organization and work seamlessly with current systems, maximizing long-term return on investment.
Which information management principle states that data should only be collected and retained for as long as necessary for its intended purpose?
Answer: Data minimization
Data minimization is the principle that organizations should collect only the data they need and retain it only as long as necessary, reducing privacy risk and storage costs.