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Communication RiskThe risks associated with sending and receiving information -- message control, hacking communication channels, et. Communication Risk The risks associated with sending and receiving information
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Transforming AssuranceData analytics and automation can enable internal audit to provide enhanced assurance for organizational risks. Transforming Assurance Data analytics and automation can enable internal audit to
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The Double DipperAn employee tip uncovers a multimillion-dollar travel and expense scam. The Double Dipper An employee tip uncovers a multimillion-dollar travel and expense scam. An employee tip uncovers a
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10 Questions on CultureSeveral audit committee FAQs can help guide practitioners when assessing culture. 10 Questions on Culture Several audit committee FAQs can help guide practitioners when assessing culture. Several
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Auditing Knowledge ManagementKnowledge assets’ increased value and contribution to business objectives obliges internal auditors to focus on how they’re safeguarded. Auditing Knowledge Management Knowledge assets’ increased
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The Responsible OrganizationAs investors focus on ESG reporting, there is opportunity for internal auditors to get involved and provide assurance. The Responsible Organization As investors focus on ESG reporting, there is
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How to Audit Social MediaBy reviewing compliance with social policies, internal auditors can help their organization address risks. How to Audit Social Media By reviewing compliance with social policies, internal
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The More You SayMany audit committees are voluntarily disclosing information about their oversight and performance. The More You Say Many audit committees are voluntarily disclosing information about their
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The Value in the Business EcosystemInternal audits must delve into the risks posed by the organization’s ever-expanding chain of third, fourth, and fifth parties. The Value in the Business Ecosystem Internal audits must delve into
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A Study in Risk ToleranceThe Canada Revenue Agency is benefiting from its pilot of a tool to measure risk exposure versus tolerance. A Study in Risk Tolerance The Canada Revenue Agency is benefiting from its pilot of a
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Police Entangled in Tow-truck KickbacksLaw enforcement agencies need strong ethics policies and procedures to deter officers from cashing in on corruption. Police Entangled in Tow-truck Kickbacks Law enforcement agencies need strong
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Breaking Down the Fraud PolicyInternal auditors need to be involved in, and understand, the organization’s fraud detection and prevention efforts. Breaking Down the Fraud Policy Internal auditors need to be involved in, and
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Beware the Coronavirus ScamsInternal auditors can learn from the frauds that arose during earlier outbreaks — similar schemes may target their organizations' home-based employees. Beware the Coronavirus Scams Internal
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The Fraud Behind the FlagsA chief operating officer hid her multimillion-dollar scheme behind a cost-savings initiative. The Fraud Behind the Flags A chief operating officer hid her multimillion-dollar scheme behind a
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Building Scheme Is No Big HitConstruction fraud is one of the costliest frauds, and developers and contractors can be both perpetrators and victims. Art StewartMarch 11, 20200 Comments Building Scheme Is No Big Hit
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Data Theft Aids Tech Support ScamOrganizations need personnel and technology controls to prevent employees from stealing corporate and customer data. Data Theft Aids Tech Support Scam Organizations need personnel and technology
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Municipal MisappropriationBy exploiting legacy system knowledge, a key finance employee siphons county funds to his personal account. Municipal Misappropriation By exploiting legacy system knowledge, a key finance
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Faking the Winning TicketIn the high-stakes world of lotteries, regulators and operators need stronger controls against fraudulent schemes. Faking the Winning Ticket In the high-stakes world of lotteries, regulators and
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The Make Your Own Credit Card ScamAlthough some retailers can be easily duped by fake credit cards, cards with smart chips are dramatically reducing card fraud. The Make Your Own Credit Card Scam Although some retailers can be
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The Benefits SwindlersEmployers, insurers, and regulators all have a stake in fighting workplace benefits fraud. The Benefits Swindlers Employers, insurers, and regulators all have a stake in fighting workplace
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The Opportunistic CFOWhen a small, growing company hires an internal auditor, it discovers the chief financial officer embezzling profits. The Opportunistic CFO When a small, growing company hires an internal auditor,
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The Digital Land GrabIn the Internet of Things era, fraudsters are cashing in on the scarcity of Internet Protocol numbers. The Digital Land Grab In the Internet of Things era, fraudsters are cashing in on the
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When You Spot Fraud, Don't Break the EggsThe International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing are clear: Internal auditors must possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to carry out their
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Editor's Note: Under AttackOrganizations are poorly prepared to protect themselves against cyberattacks. Editor's Note: Under Attack Organizations are poorly prepared to protect themselves against cyberattacks.
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A New Runway
Having the courage to make a job change can bring growth and insight for internal auditors. A New Runway Having the courage to make a job change can bring growth and insight for internal