Many new internal auditors believe that, when a report is issued, their job is done. In reality, being an effective internal auditor ultimately hinges on one’s […]
The saying that “perfect is the enemy of the good” seems to apply especially to internal auditing. Some of the most common mistakes by new internal […]
There are times when internal audit clients and others have unrealistic expectations about our profession. It’s not surprising then that there may be confusion about our […]
As internal auditors, we all face adversity over the course of our professional journey. At times, the challenges can be as simple as the frustration of […]
Over the years, I have addressed many internal audit audiences around the world on the importance of aligning with stakeholder expectations. I often close my message […]
As internal auditors, we are often tempted to stress in our reports the conditions we observe. After all, conditions that result from risk management or control […]
When there’s a serious breakdown in controls, sooner or later someone will pose the inevitable question of “where were the internal auditors?” It’s not just a […]