COBIT is the business and management framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT. This book documents the principles and defines supportive enablers that make up the framework. COBIT is the only business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT and its generally accepted principles, analytical tools and models are available to help to increase the confidence in and value of information systems. COBIT helps companies of all maintain the quality of information maintained in order to support business decisions to achieve the strategic goals and achieve business benefits through the effective and innovative use of IT To achieve the operational excellence through the reliable, efficient use of technology IT risks to maintain an acceptable level Optimize the cost of IT services and technology to support the compliance with relevant laws, regulations, contractual arrangements and policies