Procedural Issues

Question 1

What is a procedure?

Answer 1

A series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner

Question 2

What is the difference between a procedure and a policy?

Answer 2

A policy contains general rules and principles, while procedures describe how to achieve a task in a way that conforms to the policies

Question 3

Why are operational procedures important?

Answer 3

Some operations are inherently delicate and must be performed correctly else the objectives are not met

Question 4

What is necessary to document for procedures?

Answer 4

How it should be performed and when, who is authorised to perform it and who is responsible for ensuring it is performed

Question 5

What is procedures’ relation with consistency?

Answer 5

Procedures ensure that actions are carried out in a consistent way

Question 6

How can procedures contribute to accountability?

Answer 6

Ensures that important operations are only carried out by the appropriate staff members, segregation of duty constraints are specified, and appropriate records are kept

Question 7

What should management ensure for staff?

Answer 7

That they are provided with adequate resources and project planning time to implement security