A Technology Developer Has Entered a Two-Year Contract with Another

question 114

Multiple Choice

A technology developer has entered a two-year contract with another organization to design new software. According to IIA guidance, which of the following provisions of this agreement would be the most effective to protect the developer's product knowledge and expertise?

• A) The right to audit.
• B) A performance measurement system.
• C) Defined roles and responsibilities.
• D) Intellectual property rights.

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Definitions:

Employee Job Satisfaction

The level of contentment employees feel towards their job, which can influence their performance and commitment.

Excessive Optimism

An overly positive outlook that can lead to unrealistic expectations about future events or outcomes.

Escalation Of Commitment

The tendency to continue to support a failing course of action.

Risk Averse

This term describes individuals or organizations that prefer to minimize risks, often opting for safer, more predictable outcomes.