Input your findings directly into the tool. Evaluate the process activities based on whether they are Fully, Largely, Partially, or Not achieved. The spreadsheet aggregates these inputs to output a final capability rating for each objective. Phase 4: Gap Analysis
The process focuses continuously on systemic improvement. 3. Automated Dashboards and Radar Charts
Many consultancy firms and IT governance experts developed specialized in 2021 to provide: Pre-populated best-practice answers. Advanced dashboard visualizations. Automated gap analysis reports. How to Conduct a COBIT 2019 Maturity Assessment
Review the automatically generated radar charts.Identify objectives where the current score falls below target.Prioritize gaps that pose the highest risk to business strategy. Step 5: Create a Remediation Roadmap
The process is well-characterized, understood, and implemented using organizational standards.
Do not try to assess all 40 objectives at once. Use the Design Factors tab in your tool to input your company’s strategy and risk appetite. The tool will output a prioritized list of processes that require immediate attention. Step 2: Gather Stakeholders and Evidence
Top templates, such as those found on IT-Slideshare and ITSM Docs , include automated "Spider Charts" and "Canvas" tabs to visualize gaps between current and target maturity levels. Critical Review Insights
The top XLS tool democratizes governance: a process owner can self-assess in hours rather than weeks. It is also highly adaptable—organizations can add processes, modify rubrics, or export data to Power BI. However, limitations include version control risks (multiple copies floating via email), lack of real-time collaboration (unless on SharePoint), and no automated evidence gathering. Thus, while “top” for accessibility and cost-effectiveness, it may not replace enterprise GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) platforms for very large or regulated industries.
IT governance is no longer just a technical requirement. It is a core business necessity.
Requires no specialized training for your team.
If you want to build or validate your own XLS tool, the core logic used in the top 2021 spreadsheets was:
The COBIT 2019 Design Toolkit uses 10 specific design factors (like risk profile and enterprise strategy) to automatically calculate target capability levels for 40 governance and management objectives.
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