GKB: Innovation and Technology part 1

Part 1: Internal Audit's Role in Technology Assurance.

Technology has become the unquestioned driver for change and business innovation. From widespread digital transformation to emerging and evolving artificial intelligence, new technologies are opening opportunities – and risks – as never before. To understand the impacts of new technologies, organizations rely on internal audit for assurance about their adoption and use of technology. This brief, the first of three focused on innovation and technology and sponsored by TeamMate, addresses why technology assurance should be a routine part of any audit, covers key areas of vulnerability, and explores opportunities for delivering effective technology audits.

This report is for IIA members only. If you are an IIA member, you can download the report here.