This sample memo serves as a report of an internal audit function’s high-level assessment of the company’s data governance function.

In this sample, internal audit assessed the data integrity and inconsistencies that have arisen from its merger. This tool can be used for reviewing the effectiveness of the function and confirming that the scope and direction of the group is aligned with industry best practices. Memo sections include background, scope and approach, baseline description, interview results, data governance capabilities, and recommendations.