Auditing with data: for Performance Auditors and Internal Auditors that use (or want to use) data

Aug 27 2024 59 ep. 21 mins 7

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The podcast for performance auditors and internal auditors that use (or want to use) data. Produced by Risk Insights.

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58. The final episode

Aug 27 2024 44 mins

This is the final episode of this podcast. It includes:an explanation - why the podcast is coming to a close.snippets from a selection of prior episodesa brief introduction to Algorithm Integrity Matters - the new Risk Insights podcast.About this podcastThe podcast for performance auditors and internal auditors that use (or want to use) data. Hosted by Conor McGarrity and Yusuf Moo

57. Michael Drechnowicz, Head of Internal Audit, TK Elevator

Dec 13 2023 35 mins

Embracing Internal Audit Evolution: A Conversation with Michael Drechnowicz, Head of Internal Audit at TK ElevatorIn this episode, Michael shares his insights on the evolution of IA in his role as Head of Internal Audit with a major player in the global elevator and escalator industry. His work demonstrates a shift from traditional finance-focus towards extensive business process c

56. Cathy O'Neil, Algorithm Auditor, Author of WMathD

Feb 28 2023 44 mins

Our guest is Cathy O'Neil, author of Weapons of Math Destruction: how big data increases inequality and threatens democracy.Cathy joined us to discuss critical aspects for auditors to consider, including:The human element: why understanding 'for whom an algorithm might fail' is more important than the detailed technical design of an algorithm.Algorithm testing: the importance of po

55. Data Science and KNIME with Maarit Widmann

Mar 21 2022 20 mins

Maarit Widmann is a data scientist at KNIME (www.knime.com)In this episode, we discuss:What KNIME isWhy the visual programming paradigm (workflows, rather than code) is appealing to both technical and non-technical professionalsThe most challenging aspects of the data science lifecycle, and what auditors should be aware ofThe most important aspects of the data science lifecycle Abo

54. Analysis

Jan 24 2022 19 mins

In this episode we discuss the use of the word "analysis" in the context of using data for audits.This is an attempt to define the "analysis phase" - or stop using it as the name of a phase - so that we can better structure our work.This is explored in more depth in our book, here: https://riskinsights.com.au/the-data-confident-internal-auditorAbout this podcastThe podcast for perf

53. The Data-Confident Internal Auditor

Dec 12 2021 23 mins

This episode is a pre-recorded interview with Benji Block for the Author Hour podcast. We discuss our new book, The Data-Confident Internal Auditor.For internal auditors, developing trends in data analysis and data science can feel less like a wealth of information and more like an avalanche. Still, better use of data provides an opportunity to advance your career by adopting new i

52. Simplicity

Nov 16 2021 16 mins

In this episode we discuss why and how audit quality is improved when we keep things simple.About this podcastThe podcast for performance auditors and internal auditors that use (or want to use) data. Hosted by Conor McGarrity and Yusuf Moolla. Produced by Risk Insights (riskinsights.com.au).

51. Performance Audit Mini-Series #4: Conduct/Fieldwork

Oct 14 2021 13 mins

This is the fourth in a series of episodes that focus on performance auditing.In this episode, we discuss five suggestions to help improve the conduct (fieldwork / execution) phase.About this podcastThe podcast for performance auditors and internal auditors that use (or want to use) data. Hosted by Conor McGarrity and Yusuf Moolla. Produced by Risk Insights (riskinsights.com.au).

50. Performance Audit Mini-Series #3 Planning with data

Sep 28 2021 17 mins

This is the third in a series of episodes that focus on performance auditing.In this episode, we discuss the benefits of adopting a data focused approach during audit planning.About this podcastThe podcast for performance auditors and internal auditors that use (or want to use) data. Hosted by Conor McGarrity and Yusuf Moolla. Produced by Risk Insights (riskinsights.com.au).

49. Performance Audit Mini-Series #2 Work Program Balance

Sep 07 2021 15 mins

This is the second of a series of episodes that focus on performance auditing.In this episode, we discuss the importance of balance in your work program - covering each of the four objectives:EffectivenessEfficiencyEconomyComplianceAbout this podcastThe podcast for performance auditors and internal auditors that use (or want to use) data. Hosted by Conor McGarrity and Yusuf Moolla.