Chambers on Internal Audit

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

When customers are unhappy, most organizations will scramble to fix the situation. As the old adage goes, the squeaky wheel gets the grease, even when a […]

When federal whistleblowers rules were enacted, it was understood that even internal auditors could be eligible under certain conditions. But the first payout ever – $300,000 […]

I was fortunate during my tenure as inspector general of the Tennessee Valley Authority and deputy inspector general of the U.S. Postal Service to have boards […]