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Ia Mag Dec 16, 2019

Internal Audit and the Game of Trust

distrust to being trusted by those they audit. Internal Audit and the Game of Trust Auditors must disrupt ... position of distrust to being trusted by those they audit. Auditors must disrupt old stereotypes to move

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Ia Mag Aug 11, 2025

Playing the Long Game

Strategy audits need an incremental approach. Playing the Long Game Auditing the organization’s strategy ... piece by piece, can help ensure the business achieves its vision. Auditing the organization’s strategy, piece

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Internal Audit and the Blockchain

have much to learn about how it works. Internal Audit and the Blockchain There’s more to blockchain ... received the attention of investors and regulators, it is their underlying technology — the blockchain

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Ia Mag Feb 06, 2023

CEO Message: The Year of Internal Audit

Message: The Year of Internal Audit The IIA has developed a robust calendar of activities for 2023. The IIA ... IIA is well-positioned to lead the internal audit profession through this year of opportunity and growth

Ia Mag May 13, 2026

Reforming Internal Audit for the Public Sector

For public sector entities, the new Standards present an opportunity to move from a transactional role ... partner. Reforming Internal Audit for the Public Sector For public sector organizations, the new Standards

Ia Mag Jun 30, 2022

On the Frontlines: Future-proofing Internal Audit

changing; so must internal audit. On the Frontlines: Future-proofing Internal Audit The profession needs ... and adaptable as risks multiply and evolve. Internal audit functions need to be adaptable, technologically

Ia Mag Oct 28, 2019

Internal Auditing and the Public Good

Among the most selfless men and women in our profession are those in public service. Internal Auditing ... Auditing and the Public Good Among the most selfless men and women in our profession are those in public

Ia Mag Nov 22, 2019

The Ultimate Measure of Internal Audit Success

important for internal audit as it is for the organization. The Ultimate Measure of Internal Audit Success ... customer service is as important for internal audit as it is for the organization. Last blog post, I provided

Ia Mag May 06, 2026

The Human Judgment in Internal Audit

Internal auditors apply human judgment, ethics, and influence to deliver value alongside AI-driven tools ... tools. The Human Judgment in Internal Audit As AI reshapes internal audit, this article explores the growing

Ia Mag Mar 15, 2023

On the Frontlines: Internal Auditing is Back

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

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5 Things Internal Audit Must Tell the Audit Committee Now!

chief audit executives to take the lead in discussing how internal audit is responding in the pandemic ... pandemic. 5 Things Internal Audit Must Tell the Audit Committee Now! I challenge chief audit executives to

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CEO Message: Recruiting the Best for Internal Audit's Future

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nurturing the next generation of internal auditors. CEO Message: Recruiting the Best for Internal Audit's ... mentor and nurture the next generation of internal auditors. Mentoring and nurturing the next generation

Ia Mag Jul 22, 2025

On the Frontlines: Revising Our Internal Audit Manual

how-to for aligning with the Standards. On the Frontlines: Revising Our Internal Audit Manual How our team ... aligned our audit manual to the Global Internal Audit Standards. How our internal audit team aligned

Ia Mag Mar 03, 2026

The Internal Audit Charter as a Strategic Engine

Internal audit charters strengthen authority and alignment. The Internal Audit Charter as a Strategic ... charter empowers the audit function and is a catalyst for building partnerships throughout the organization

Ia Mag Dec 16, 2019

From the Epicenter of Corporate Governance, Internal Audit Exposes Weaknesses

into the health of corporate governance. From the Epicenter of Corporate Governance, Internal Audit ... recent IIA report offer significant insight into the health of corporate governance. Seven key findings

Ia Mag Jul 29, 2019

Internal Audit Must Monitor Ethics in the Corner Office, Too

The potential for conflict should never deter auditors from raising a red flag when unethical behavior ... behavior is suspected. Internal Audit Must Monitor Ethics in the Corner Office, Too The potential for conflict

Ia Mag Jan 20, 2019

The Challenges to Internal Audit in a Zettabyte World

Taming the 5G data tsunami will require internal audit to embrace technology unlike ever before. The Challenges ... Challenges to Internal Audit in a Zettabyte World Taming the 5G data tsunami will require internal audit to embrace

Ia Mag Mar 04, 2019

A Preview of the 2019 Pulse of Internal Audit Report

questions about the ways today's dynamic risk universe is altering how internal audit aligns with the board. A ... A Preview of the 2019 Pulse of Internal Audit Report This year's report raises important questions

Ia Mag Mar 11, 2019

The Journey for Internal Audit Holds Valuable Lessons

A preview of my new book shows why I felt the need to embark on a journey of research and long hours ... hours of writing to share new lessons. The Journey for Internal Audit Holds Valuable Lessons A preview of

Ia Mag Sep 13, 2020

Internal Audit, COVID-19 Risks, and the Year Ahead

more critical than it is today. Internal Audit, COVID-19 Risks, and the Year Ahead Anticipating risks ... recent years, I have constantly emphasized the importance of internal auditors anticipating future risks for

Ia Mag Oct 27, 2020

Mind of Jacka: Internal Audit's Responsibility to the Public

far should internal auditors go in delivering the truth? Internal Audit's Responsibility to the Public How ... should internal auditors go in delivering the truth? An interesting article popped up in my inbox the other

Ia Mag Nov 24, 2020

Mind of Jacka: Flocking and the Value of Internal Audit

Flocking and the Value of Internal Audit Flocking and the Value of Internal Audit Flocking and the Value ... Value of Internal Audit I have been known to incessantly rail on about the need for internal audit to be a

Ia Mag Mar 17, 2021

On the Frontlines: Is Materiality Important For Internal Auditing?

Internal auditors can take several steps to incorporate materiality considerations into their audits ... audits. On the Frontlines: Is Materiality Important For Internal Auditing? Internal auditors can take several

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Internal Audit Considerations for the “Spend Now” Public Sector

auditors and the new U.S. infrastructure fuding. Internal Audit Considerations for the “Spend Now” Public ... sector auditors and the new U.S. infrastructure fuding. Public sector auditors and the new U.S. infrastructure

Ia Mag Jun 11, 2024

On the Frontlines: Internal Audit and Human Rights