Wednesday, March 30, 2005

Internal Auditors


By Jim Middlemiss Courtesy of Wall Street & Technology

THE CHALLENGE: Traditionally, internal auditors have been feared by IT organizations. But, rather than view auditors as foes, technology executives must learn to embrace auditors' expertise. After all, auditors' advice can help IT departments deliver better results.

Mention the words "internal auditor" in most organizations and you're likely to make those around you uncomfortable. The cringing is a throwback to the days when auditors arrived on companies' doorsteps and poked their noses in everyone's business. Their stone-faced gazes created a quiet but disconcerting presence. Factor in their pointed questions and it was enough to make even the most composed CIO nervous.

See full Article: http://www.compliancepipeline.com/159904698.