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.
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Field |
Description |
|---|---|
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Internal |
For audits conducted by your organization's staff. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Examination |
Review documents, records, or evidence related to the audit. |
|
Computer Assisted Audit (CAAT) |
Use software tools to analyze data or test controls. |
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Re-performance/Re-calculation |
Independently perform the control or calculation to verify results. |
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Pass |
If the audited process or control passed the compliance standards. |
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Fail |
If the audited process or control failed the compliance standards. |
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In Progress |
If the audit for this process or control is still on-going. |
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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.