P2P: IT, a strategic partner through an effective Governance of IT programme

Topic:  IT, a strategic partner through an effective Governance of IT programme

Speaker: Mandla Lukubeni: Director Data Analytics Assurance Services at Lukubeni Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Bio: Mandla Lukubeni is the Director: Data Analytics Assurance Services at Lukubeni Solutions (Pty) Ltd, an IT professional with well-versed knowledge in Audit Data Analytics, IT Governance, Business Continuity, IT Strategy, ICT Infrastructure support, Data Management, and IT Application support with advanced programming, and business intelligence capabilities using languages such as SQL, ACL, Python, R, Mat Lab, Power BI, Microsoft Apps, etc.

He has over 12 years of experience in the IT assurance fraternity including IT Governance, IT Risk, and IT Auditing providing strategic alignment support on IT initiatives to good corporate governance in multi-industries like Higher Education, Finance (Banking and Insurance), Mining, Private and Public Sectors using data analytics techniques “CAATs” etc. across Africa.

His exposure to multiple industries allowed him to work with many Enterprise Resource Planning “ERP” systems like SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamic, SAGE ERP, ITS Integrator, etc. The wealth of knowledge and experience that he has contributes to his ability to enable organizations to achieve their strategic objectives by innovatively applying their internal business models and principles.

Abstract:

• Risk Management application in Higher Education

In the context of risk management however being a course in some tertiary education institution. What does thought leadership tell us about the application of effective risk management in higher education?

• The concept of “risk” management in the context of Higher Education

Though the concept of risk has evolved over the years, emphasis is generally given to the negative impact of risks. How can the higher education sector position itself to capitalize on opportunities created by the unexpected, that is, risk?

• What is role of IT in the institution?

       –Support: Information Technology “IT” is not critical to the functioning and continuity of the institution and its innovation..

       –Factory: In case of IT failure, there is an immediate direct impact on the functioning and continuity of the institution.

      –Turnaround: IT is a driver for innovation in the institution’s processes and services.

      –Strategic Partner: IT is essential to running and innovating institutional processes and services..

• IT Governance in the lens of Risk Management.

IT governance provides a standard mechanism for effective coordination of value creation, preservation and reporting initiatives. What strategies are available for improving risk management? 

-Focus on VALUE delivery

-Focus on risk CULTURE