Research Update

 

COBIT® Mapping: Mapping of TOGAF With COBIT® 4.0

The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) is a detailed method and set of supporting tools for developing enterprise architecture. It was developed by members of The Open Group, working within the Architecture Forum, and has been in existence since 1995. This mapping document contains a detailed mapping of TOGAF 8.1 with COBIT 4.0. The structure follows the domains, processes and control objectives of COBIT. It will be posted as a complimentary download for ISACA members in the first quarter of 2007 at www.isaca.org/downloads.

 

COBIT® Mapping: Mapping of CMMI® for Development V1.2 With COBIT® 4.0

Capability Maturity Model® Integrated is a process improvement maturity model for the processes controlling development, implementation, acquisition and maintenance of systems and software products and services. It was created by the Software Engineering Institute (SEI), associated with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), and consists of best practices that address development and maintenance activities that cover the product life cycle from conception through delivery and maintenance. This mapping document contains a detailed mapping of CMMI with COBIT 4.0. The structure follows the domains, processes and control objectives of COBIT. It will be posted as a complimentary download for ISACA members in the first quarter of 2007 at www.isaca.org/downloads.

Distance Learning Opportunities
The next monthly ISACA e-Symposium will be presented on 30 January and will focus on a C
OBIT 4.1 release update and accompanying COBIT tools. Presenters will include Debbie Lew, Gary Hardy, Jimmy Heschl and Roger Debreceny. To register for an ISACA e-Symposium and earn three CPE credits at no charge, please visit www.isaca.e-symposium.com. The December ISACAe-Symposium included topics such as identity and access management and suggestions on how to use these to reduce costs and increase business efficiency. If unable to attend this or other live e-symposia, please log on to www.isaca.e-symposium.com to view the archives.