Chambers on Internal Audit

December 1, 2014

Internal Auditors as Agents of Change

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 […]
November 24, 2014

Internal Audit: Working Smarter, Not Harder

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 […]
November 17, 2014

Internal Auditing in Asia: Progress Through Sharing

This edition of my blog is being written as I visit Tokyo, where I will be addressing more than 100 internal audit professionals as part of […]
November 10, 2014

We Can Audit Anything – but Not Everything

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 […]
November 3, 2014

Overcoming Adversity Is a Test of Character

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 […]
October 27, 2014

Internal Audit: The Power of Shoutouts

I met a behavioral psychologist at a recent conference who told me he thinks internal auditors “get it all wrong” when it comes to changing our […]
October 13, 2014

5 Bold Steps to Transform Internal Audit’s Image

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 […]
October 6, 2014

Good Internal Audits Focus on the Roots, Not Just the Trees

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 […]
September 30, 2014

How Long Should Former CAEs Blame Themselves for Subsequent Calamities?

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 […]
September 22, 2014

Internal Auditing in a Tone-deaf Environment

As internal auditors, we understand the importance of a strong tone at the top. It defines an organization’s culture and often the organization itself. A strong […]