Risk Modeling of Challenges and Opportunities in Harmonizing Traditional IT Governance with Emerging Cloud Governance Frameworks

Authors : Ahmet Efe

Pages : 411-435

Doi:10.47097/piar.1741326

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Publication Date : 2025-12-29

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :This study undertakes a systematic exploration and computational modeling of the intricate dynamics shaping the convergence and equilibrium between traditional IT governance frameworks and the emergent paradigms of cloud governance. It posits that the lack of harmonization across these domains heightens organizational exposure to critical risks—including security breaches, regulatory non-compliance, cost escalation, operational disruptions, and erosion of stakeholder trust—which may ultimately culminate in financial losses, legal liabilities, and impeded innovation. Drawing upon a mixed-methods research design that synthesizes qualitative literature analysis with advanced risk modeling and a demonstrative workflow, the study formulates a comprehensive risk assessment framework that addresses governance fragmentation, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and misalignment with enterprise objectives. The findings underscore that cloud governance introduces novel oversight mechanisms which, when effectively integrated with conventional IT governance, facilitate an enterprise-wide governance posture and reinforce organizational agility. Beyond mitigating risks, the analysis reveals that cloud adoption can function as a catalyst for governance innovation by enabling scalable architectures, operational adaptability, and enhanced cost efficiency. The proposed risk modeling framework, complemented by a structured methodology for governance integration, yields risk-informed strategic insights to guide organizations in reconciling IT and cloud paradigms—thereby advancing operational resilience and sustaining long-term competitive advantage in cloud-intensive environments.
Keywords : BT Yönetişimi, Bulut Yönetişimi, Yönetişim Entegrasyonu, Risk Modellemesi, Stratejik Uyum

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