Exam CISM topic 1 question 756 discussion

Inventory - Categorize - Classify .......That's the order.

D. Create an inventory. You must first create an inventory before categorizing and then classifying.

Completing the step of creating an inventory first when developing an asset classification program. Creating an inventory involves identifying and documenting all the assets within an organization. This step is essential because it provides a comprehensive overview of the assets that need to be classified. Once you have a clear understanding of what assets you have, you can move forward with categorizing each asset, implementing a data loss prevention system, and creating a business case for a digital rights management tool.

D. Create an inventory. Creating an inventory involves identifying and cataloging all the assets within your organization. This is a fundamental step because without a clear understanding of what assets you have, it's challenging to categorize them (Option B). The inventory provides you with a comprehensive list of assets, which forms the basis for subsequent asset classification, protection, and management efforts.

Create a required inventory first. Hence the correct answer would be D

D. Create an inventory.

How I am going to have an inventory if I dont have the assets properly classify? The first step is to define the criteria for classifying assets. THe right answer should be B>