Information Systems Operations Quiz

What is the primary purpose of creating and reviewing operating policies and procedures in IS operations?

• To ensure the execution of financial audits

• To ensure the integrity and availability of business information

• To determine the financial stability of the organization

• To monitor employee attendance

Which of the following is NOT part of the audit objectives when assessing operating policies and procedures?

• Ensuring proper documentation standards

• Ensuring the safeguarding of data files and programs

• Ensuring the availability of organizational resources

• Ensuring adequate scheduling and monitoring of IT programs

What is an example of data processing in financial data systems?

• Posting accounting journal entries to the general ledger

• Reviewing employee performance reports

• Auditing tax records for compliance

• Generating financial forecasts

How can data processing errors be detected during data processing?

• Through monitoring system hardware

• By generating error reports and resolving exceptions

• By generating employee performance reports

• By reviewing inventory records

What role do IS operators play in data processing controls?

• They design the IT infrastructure

• They maintain logs for unusual events and failures

• They perform audits of financial transactions

• They handle marketing and advertising data

What type of physical security control is used to restrict access to data centers?

• Internet firewalls

• Access cards and biometric authentication

• Employee performance reviews

• Financial transaction monitoring

What is the purpose of environmental controls in IT operations?

• To regulate temperature and humidity to protect IT equipment

• To secure financial records

• To monitor employee activity

• To prevent unauthorized access to networks

Which of the following is an example of program and data backup procedures?

• Storing backup data on-site only

• Providing daily incremental backups of financial data

• Ignoring backup schedules to save costs

• Storing backup data in easily accessible locations

What is a key advantage of cloud backups for organizations?

• Reduced need for physical security measures

• Reduced cost of electricity

• Off-site, redundant storage with real-time protection

• Elimination of IT personnel

What is the primary objective of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP)?

• To increase the company's profitability

• To describe procedures for the recovery of essential business processes during emergencies

• To handle employee payroll during disasters

• To track financial transactions during regular operations