by Sikandar Usmani | Mar 22, 2024 | GRC
Indeed, the development of an internal audit strategy is the first and foremost aspect of setting up an internal audit function. But how do we go about doing that? It’s not just about the prerequisite, which it surely is, in fact it’s a precursor. Before you all begin...
by Sikandar Usmani | Mar 9, 2024 | Risk Management
A dedicated resource for Risk Management? If you believe the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Integrated Framework, the ISO 31000 Risk Management or any other guideline you followed for getting acquainted with the concept, requires an investment in a dedicated...
by Sikandar Usmani | Mar 1, 2024 | GRC
Mind you, it’s not a trait if it comes down to a value that’s professed and publicized but never practiced. Something that’s written everywhere across the premises of an organization to give the impression that it means everything to it, means nothing if it doesn’t...
by Sikandar Usmani | Feb 21, 2024 | GRC
Something upfront first, Audit is not threatened by the invasion of Artificial Intelligence (AI), simply because audit is an act of intellect, practiced by people possessing intelligence. As a matter of fact, save for our existence, AI isn’t a threat! I won’t however...
by Sikandar Usmani | Feb 10, 2024 | GRC
Transitioning from the International Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditors (ISPPIA) to the newly issued Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS), it’s time we rethink the needs fulfilled or vacuum filled by these standards, understand the best...
