Publisher's Synopsis
One sure way to keep your organization out of trouble is to identify its operational strengths and weaknesses with an independently conducted audit. Get the tools needed to understand the goals, the process, and products of an audit; to determine when an audit is needed; and to learn how to select, evaluate, and change auditors. This comprehensive book also includes templates to help you get started, such as a checklist for assessing the reputation of the auditing firm; a checklist for preparing an RFP, along with sample RFPs; a matrix for evaluating audit proposals; and more.