Every company like to believe that its employees and management are above reproach and would never do something to harm the organization. However, it is also a wise business move to have systems in ...

In its most recent guidance for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley section 404 requirements for smaller entities, the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) has provided ...

News reports show the frightening weather satellite images of a hurricane that’s causing concern for leaders of an automobile manufacturing plant. The possible effects on the supply chain as the storm ...

Tom and Nick delve into the importance of internal controls in compliance, emphasizing the pivotal role they play in business operations. After studying the COSO Framework, Tom shares his ...

Whether you are running a small business or a large conglomerate, internal control is an important part of making sure your business operations are efficient and consistent across the board. Internal ...

Internal fraud controls aren't fire-and-forget. Smart collaboration and ongoing improvement will help keep fraud in check. Here are the basics. There are several keys to effective prevention, but some ...

In a recent New York Times (NYT) Op-Ed by David Brooks, entitled “The Good Order”, he discussed how routine can lead to creativity. He cited to the example of three well-known authors whose habits ...

The mission of the College of Environmental Science and Forestry is to advance knowledge and skills, while promoting the leadership necessary for the stewardship of both the natural and designed ...

Internal controls are necessary to prevent mishandling of funds, safeguard against loss and protect employees from inappropriate charges by defining responsibilities in the cash handling process. The ...

Internal controls play an integral role in a company’s success, but many young accounting and finance professionals enter their careers without a clear understanding of their importance. I recently ...