An IS auditor reviewing an outsourcing contract of IT facilities would expect it to define the:

A.
hardware configuration.

B.
access control software.

C.
ownership of intellectual property.

D.
application development methodology.

Explanation:
Of the choices, the hardware and access control software is generally irrelevant as long as the
functionality, availability and security can be affected, which are specific contractual obligations.
Similarly, the development methodology should be ofno real concern. The contract must, however,
specify who owns the intellectual property (i.e., information being processed, application programs).
Ownership of intellectual property will have a significant cost and is a key aspect to be defined in
an outsourcing contract.