Tools
The following tools were published on KnowledgeLeader this week:
Internal Audit’s Role in Cybersecurity Guide
Cybersecurity is the body of technologies, processes and practices designed to protect networks, computers, programs and data from attacks, damages or unauthorized access. This document can be used as a guide for understanding internal audit’s role in an organization’s cybersecurity process.
Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 Comparison Guide
This guide presents a side-by-side comparison of U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404, C-SOX (Bill 198) in Canada, and J-SOX in Japan. According to this sample, there are key differences between U.S. SOX 404 and C-SOX in the areas of filing timelines, reporting requirements, internal controls and oversight.
Technology Acquisition Policy
This tool includes three sample policies that can be used to establish guidelines and set appropriate accounting procedures for the acquisition of technology, equity and other nonmarketable investments (including joint ventures), as well as for payments made for nonrecurring engineering costs and other in-process research and development.
Grievance Policy
The purpose of this policy is to provide a method that addresses employee grievances. Some of the procedures outlined within this sample include: 1). A company should strive to understand any condition that may be causing problems for employees on the job; and 2). A company should make efforts to settle employee grievances promptly and in a fair manner.
Employee Attendance Policy
Regular employee attendance is vital to a company’s business and is an important responsibility of every employee. The procedures included in this policy sample can be used by organizations looking to account for absences fairly and equitably.
Harassment and Discrimination Policy (Non-U.S.)
The purpose of this document is to increase all employees’ understanding of the company’s policies regarding discrimination and harassment in the workplace. This sample is generally applicable to many non-U.S. countries. In this sample, the company is firmly committed to promoting equal opportunities in the workplace.
Publications
KnowledgeLeader has also published several publications this week.
2023 Healthcare Internal Audit Plan Priorities Survey Report
According to the latest Healthcare Internal Audit Plan Priorities Survey conducted by Protiviti and the Association of Healthcare Internal Auditors (AHIA), the top audit priorities for healthcare organizations in 2023 are encompassed in seven themes.
The Power of Digital Twins in the Cybersecurity Mesh
Beyond serving as digital replicas, digital twins provide real-time analytical capabilities. Digital twins in the “cybersecurity mesh” aren’t just an enhancement; they’re a revolution – transforming real-time monitoring into predictive intelligence and reactive strategies into proactive resilience. This article explores the transformative impact of integrating digital twins into the “cybersecurity mesh,” a decentralized security architecture further augmented by artificial intelligence.
The 5G Effect: Lessons Learned From Real-World 5G Applications and the Road Map Ahead
Clearly, the evolution of 5G will continue, but there is still some time before 5G adoption in business becomes more mainstream. In this whitepaper, we provide steps business leaders should take when preparing for 5G deployment.
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