January 18, 2016
When is an apology really an apology? When is contrition a reflection of true regret? When is a pledge for transparency more than just a hollow […]
January 11, 2016
I am always on the lookout for clever ways to describe internal audit’s role in an organization. Elevator speeches are fine when you have 60 seconds […]
January 4, 2016
New Year’s resolutions typically are made in the midst of good feelings surrounding the holidays as we look back at the past year’s accomplishments. That’s what […]
December 21, 2015
It has become my habit to make the final blog of the year a look back at the top five stories that will likely have a […]
December 15, 2015
The saga of Volkswagen’s auto emissions scandal has been well-chronicled in recent months. Company engineers installed software in the engines of 500,000 U.S. vehicles and 11 […]
December 7, 2015
As I have often commented, the internal audit profession in its early years was focused extensively on the past. Strong internal auditors were the ones with […]
November 30, 2015
As internal auditors, it’s quite natural to assess and advise our organizations on effective risk management. With greater frequency, we provide assurance to management and the […]
November 16, 2015
In a recent conversation, a seasoned CAE recruiter shared his frustration that a number of high-profile companies are offering below-market salaries for their CAE positions. I […]
November 15, 2015
Are you one of the best and brightest internal auditors in the profession? Are you dedicated, determined, and detail-oriented? Are you knowledgeable and self-reliant, and so […]
November 9, 2015
I am often asked by those within the internal audit profession, “What keeps you up at night?” My answer often surprises. One of the things I […]