Ia Mag Aug 22, 2024

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Internal auditors need insight into key decisions. Mind of Jacka: The Room Where It Happens Internal audit is only effective when it knows the full story. Mike Jacka, CIA, CPA, CPCU, CLU

Ia Mag Feb 10, 2025

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The IIA advances internal audit through innovation. CEO Message: Charting the Course IIA President and CEO Anthony Pugliese outlines key initiatives shaping the future of internal auditing in

Ia Mag Feb 10, 2025

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Synthetic fraud targets an auto dealership. Fraud: Frankenstein's Roadster An auto dealership tightens its IT controls to prevent synthetic fraud after being targeted by a car-theft fraud ring.

Ia Mag Dec 11, 2023

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Phillip Hurd thrives creating via 3D printing. IAm Phillip W. Hurd Phillip Hurd uses 3D printing to create tech wonders like solar devices and drones. Phillip Hurd is a "maker" who enjoys

Ia Mag Aug 01, 2023

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Why have an internal audit strategic plan? Building a Better Auditor: Why Internal Audit Needs a Strategic Plan Without a strategic plan, internal audit risks becoming irrelevant. Noora Al Marri

Ia Mag Aug 09, 2023

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The shift from external to internal auditing. On the Frontlines: The Audit Implosion Internal audit's move from “poor cousin” of external audit to the forefront of governance. The audit

Ia Mag Aug 14, 2023

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Developing an audit specialty can bring rewards. Building a Better Auditor: Audit Generalist vs. Specialist Specialist or generalist? Which is the best career path for an internal auditor?

Ia Mag Jun 21, 2023

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Tips on being a hero with the board. On the Frontlines: Labyrinth Threads in Board Dynamics To avoid unnecessary tragedy, it's best to learn how to engage with the board. While board directors

Ia Mag Mar 15, 2023

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The Pulse shows budgets and travel rebounding. On the Frontlines: Internal Auditing is Back The 2023 North American Pulse report shows the profession broadening its consideration of risks. The

Ia Mag Feb 06, 2023

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Sometimes test results aren't what they seem. Building a Better Auditor: Questioning Test Results When it comes to testing, internal auditors not thinking critically might miss certain red

Ia Mag Dec 22, 2022

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Auditors take on Santa and the elves. Mind of Jacka: An Audit of the North Pole What happens when auditors pay a visit to Santa Enterprises? Auditors take on Santa and the elves. Mike Jacka, CIA,

Ia Mag Dec 07, 2022

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Short observation doesn't render the full picture. Mind of Jacka: Everything There Is to Know ​Whether traveling or auditing, what we observe as 'tourists' has its limitations. How long

Ia Mag Aug 03, 2022

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A former accountant, happy to be in internal audit. On the Frontlines: My Journey from Accounting to Internal Audit ​A internal audit leader explains what she gained by moving from accounting to

Ia Mag Jun 30, 2022

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No, we don't work for the IRS. Mind of Jacka: Public Perceptions Mind of Jacka: Public Perceptions Businesspeople have trouble understanding what we do. But what does it mean that the public at

Ia Mag Jun 24, 2022

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​People love to change things, even if inconsequential. Mind of Jacka: Can You Get Rid of the Blue Duck? ​Is it ethical for internal auditors to try to influence what changes audit clients

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