This document discusses COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology), which is a framework for IT governance and management. It defines COBIT and its components, including control objectives, control practices, and a process reference model. It also summarizes the changes between COBIT 4.1 and the new COBIT 5 version, such as new governance processes, a revised process model covering both business and IT, and a new process capability assessment approach. The document is intended to help users understand and transition to using the updated COBIT 5 framework.