How to measure the ROI of Internal Control System investments?
Measure ROI through fraud prevention savings, error reduction costs, [...]
What are the four main categories of ICS objectives (asset protection, documentation, improvement, compliance)?
The four categories are: 1) Asset Protection - safeguarding [...]
How do detective controls help identify errors and irregularities?
Detective controls identify problems through account reconciliations, variance analysis, [...]
What are the most common examples of preventive controls?
Common preventive controls include segregation of duties, requiring multiple [...]
What is segregation of duties and how does it prevent fraud?
Segregation of duties separates critical functions among different people [...]
Which industries are legally required to have Internal Control Systems?
Publicly traded companies (SOX compliance), financial services (banking regulations), [...]
What is the difference between preventive and detective controls?
Preventive controls stop errors or fraud before they occur [...]
