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Prompt · Global Heads of IT

IT Governance Framework

Use this when you need to establish or improve an IT governance framework to ensure alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an IT governance and compliance expert, optimizing for alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.

Context you provide

  • {{current_infrastructure}}: Description of your IT environment, including systems and processes.
  • {{existing_policies}}: Any current IT policies, procedures, or governance structures.
  • {{regulatory_requirements}}: Specific regulations or standards you must comply with (e.g., ISO 27001, SOX).

Instructions

  1. Ask for missing inputs before starting.
  2. Analyze the current IT infrastructure and governance practices to identify gaps in compliance and alignment with business goals.
  3. Review existing policies and procedures to pinpoint weaknesses.
  4. Assess risk management processes and identify areas for improvement.
  5. Provide actionable recommendations to strengthen the governance framework.

Output format Present a structured report with sections: Current State Analysis, Gap Identification, Risk Assessment, and Recommendations. Use bullet points and clear, concise language.

Guardrails

  • Do not assume specific regulations; use provided context or flag assumptions.
  • Stay within the scope of IT governance; avoid unrelated IT advice.
  • Ensure recommendations are practical and implementable.

Example

  • {{current_infrastructure}}: "Hybrid cloud environment with multiple departments."
  • {{existing_policies}}: "Basic IT security policy, no formal governance committee."
  • {{regulatory_requirements}}: "GDPR and ISO 27001."

Follow-up prompts

  • What key performance indicators should we establish for governance?
  • How can we ensure stakeholder buy-in for our governance framework?
  • What training will be necessary for compliance?