Assessment Activity Types

An activity type defines the scope of an assessment. Each activity type applies to assessments of particular objects. Types include:

Type

Description

Available for Assessment Of

Certification

Is the information in this assessment of an object accurate and complete?

Process, risk, control

Audit Test

Does a risk, control, or process meet audit guidelines?

Process, risk, control

Operational Assessment

Does a control or process operate effectively and as designed?

Process, control

Design Review

Is a control or process designed effectively and does it meet its guidelines?

Process, control

Documentation Update

Does a process have required documentation?

Process

Assess Risk

Is a risk appropriately documented, is its analysis current, is its evaluation accurate, and are controls related to it?

Risk