Video: IT Governance

In this lesson, Nick Palazzolo, CPA, dives deep into the realm of IT Governance, emphasizing its necessity for aligning IT practices with an organization's overall objectives. He revisits the familiar structure chart and outlines the goals of IT Governance, including the balance of risk versus return in IT processes and the necessity for timely data availability and robust controls. With a good dose of humor and relatable examples, Nick covers the key personnel roles, from the board of directors to the help desk staff, explaining their responsibilities within the IT governance framework. The lesson also touches upon the functions of various IT roles such as network administrators, executive-level IT staff, and software developers, all within the context of supporting the strategic mission and ensuring the security of the company's network and IT-related assets.