Audit Types, Control Test Type and Status Types

The table below describes the different audit types, control test type and status types to choose from based on your requirement.

Field

Description

Internal

For audits conducted by your organization's staff.

External

For audits by outside firms or independent parties.

Government

For audits required or performed by government agencies.

System

For audits focused on IT systems and information security.

Financial

For audits of financial records and reporting.

Other

For audits that don't fit the standard categories.

Inquiry

Ask questions to gather information about processes or controls.

Observation

Watch activities or processes as they are performed.

Examination

Review documents, records, or evidence related to the audit.

Computer Assisted Audit (CAAT)

Use software tools to analyze data or test controls.

Re-performance/Re-calculation

Independently perform the control or calculation to verify results.

Pass

If the audited process or control passed the compliance standards.

Fail

If the audited process or control failed the compliance standards.

In Progress

If the audit for this process or control is still on-going.

Not Started

If the audit for this process has not yet started.

You can still submit the audit even if the status is set to In Progress.

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