2025 Pub. 16 Issue 2

boosts compliance. Regular training sessions, refreshers and practical examples foster a strong understanding of expectations, and the risks associated with non-adherence. • Reviewing and Updating the IT Governance and Policy Framework: Effective IT governance and policy frameworks are not static. They must evolve alongside the organization. This can be accomplished through employee/departmental feedback, periodic reviews and approval of the policy by executive management or a governing body. • Monitoring, Measuring and Reporting Success: Performance metrics provide tangible evidence of governance effectiveness. Organizations should identify and measure specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aligned with strategic objectives. KPIs may consider alignment of IT and overall strategic objective outcomes, compliance, efficiency, or even risk. Furthermore, regular reporting to leadership helps maintain strategic alignment, transparency and ongoing support. WHERE TO NEXT? Implementing robust IT governance and a comprehensive policy framework strengthens your organization’s ability to leverage IT effectively. By closely aligning IT strategy with organizational goals and providing actionable policy guidance, you lay the groundwork for better performance, stronger security and long-term success. Brad Brosig joined YHB in 2014 after graduating from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with degrees in accounting and management information systems. He is currently a manager on YHB’s Risk Advisory Services team, bringing extensive experience in IT audits, vulnerability and penetration testing, and SOC audits. Brad approaches every engagement as a partnership — aiming not only to deliver effective solutions, but also to equip clients with the knowledge and strategies needed to manage risk in today’s increasingly complex information and technology environments. YOU WANT IT! (801) 676-9722 SALES@THENEWSLINKGROUP.COM DON’T ROLL THE DICE ADVERTISE HERE! CONTACT US TODAY 30 WEST VIRGINIA BANKER

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