1.) The Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) developed guidelines and procedures on how to follow the standards that apply specifically to the specialized nature of the IS Audit. The guidelines serve as guidance the IS auditor should normally follow. However, there may be situations where the auditor will not follow that guidance. In this case, what happens now to the work done by the IS auditor?

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1.) The Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) developed guidelines and procedures on how to follow the standards that apply specifically to the specialized nature of the IS Audit. The guidelines serve as guidance the IS auditor should normally follow. However, there may be situations where the auditor will not follow that guidance. In this case, what happens now to the work done by the IS auditor? 

 

2.) Audits are conducted for various reasons. It can help an organization ensure effective operations, affirm its compliance with various regulations, and confirm that the business is functioning well and is prepared to meet potential challenges. There are three typical phases in an Audit, explain each phase and its relation to the other.

 

3.) Every organization has controls in place. Such controls must be effective. They are effective if they prevent, detect, or contain incidents and enable recovery
from events that cause risks. Enumerate those three types of control and explain how these controls effectively address those events that cause risks. 


4.) Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) are important tools than an IS auditor uses to gather and analyze data during an IS audit. One type of tool is the Generalized Audit Software (GAS). In your own words, how does CAATs affect the work of an IS auditor? What are the benefits of using CAATs in conducting an Audit?

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