Governance System Principles
COBIT 2019 is built on six core principles that define the requirements of a governance system for enterprise information and technology (I&T). Click on each principle to learn more.
The 6 Core Principles
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Provide Stakeholder Value
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Holistic Approach
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Dynamic Governance System
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Governance Distinct From Management
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Tailored to Enterprise Needs
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End-to-End Governance
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Governance & Management Objectives
COBIT makes a clear distinction between Governance (the responsibility of the board) and Management (the responsibility of executives). The COBIT Core Model contains 40 objectives split across these two disciplines. Click a domain to explore.
Governance vs. Management
Board of Directors (Governance)
Evaluate, Direct, Monitor
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C-Suite Management (Management)
Plan, Build, Run, Monitor
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Operations
The COBIT Core Model Objectives
EDM
Evaluate, Direct & Monitor(Governance)
APO
Align, Plan & Organize(Management)
BAI
Build, Acquire & Implement(Management)
DSS
Deliver, Service & Support(Management)
MEA
Monitor, Evaluate & Assess(Management)
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Components of a Governance System
A successful governance system is built from seven interacting components. These factors work together to help an organization achieve its governance and management objectives.
1. Processes: A set of activities that produce outputs to help achieve IT goals.
2. Organizational Structures: The key decision-making entities within the company.
3. Principles, Policies, Frameworks: The practical guidance for desired behavior.
Governance System
4. Information: The information needed for the governance system to function properly.
5. Culture, Ethics, Behavior: The human factors that influence the success of all governance activities.
6. People, Skills, Competencies: The human capabilities needed to make sound decisions and complete objectives.
7. Services, Infrastructure, Applications: The technological tools required for the governance system to operate.
