GRC 2012 - Las Vegas

Sessions

Track 5: Audits

A guide to navigating the complexities associated with an SAP systems audit

Add	Chris Cassin and Mitesh Chugh, KPMG Friday, March 16, 2012 11:30 am - 12:45 pm

This session offers proven strategies for meeting the growing complexities that can occur when preparing for an SAP systems audit, such as communicating the right amount of information and level of detail with your auditor prior to the start of the audit. Walk through ...

An in-depth analysis of what to audit - and how - within your GRC landscape

Add	James Roeske, VanRiver Consulting Tuesday, March 13, 2012 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm

This session examines the strategies, challenges, and technologies you need to master in order to effectively audit your SAP BusinessObjects GRC environment. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key auditable areas within GRC, including ...

Case study: A former auditor tells all: How thinking like an auditor helped ensure the success of The Johns Hopkins Institutions' segregation of duties (SoD) project

Add	Sherri Flaks, The Johns Hopkins Institutions Friday, March 16, 2012 10:00 am - 11:15 am

Hear a firsthand account of how and why The Johns Hopkins Institutions redesigned its segregation of duties (SoD) processes to reduce the risks that can result from violations. Gain insight into how ...

Customer discussion forum: Tips and techniques to improve compliance reporting in preparation for an audit

Add	Mike Rambasek, Ernst & Young and Ginny Kelley, EMC Friday, March 16, 2012 11:30 am - 12:15 pm

Engage in a lively exchange of ideas and best practices for improving the way your organization reports on its compliance initiatives, builds compliance reports for auditors, and meets reporting requirements. Get answers to questions such as ...

GRC Expert LIVE: How SAP solutions can make audit management processes more cost-effective

Add	William Newman, Newport Consulting Group Thursday, March 15, 2012 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Don't miss this opportunity to personally meet William Newman, Managing Principal, Newport Consulting Group, and engage in an in-depth discussion about one of his most widely read articles from GRC Expert — the leading publication and knowledgebase for organizations that leverage SAP solutions for governance, risk, and compliance. Learn what new enhancements are available for ...

Practical advice for streamlining and improving the value of your organization's internal audit function

Add	James Chiu, SAP Labs Wednesday, March 14, 2012 10:15 am - 11:30 am

In today's fast changing global economic environment, internal audit departments are required to align their value propositions with stakeholders' expectations while delivering cost-effective services. Whether you manage or perform audits, learn how to ...

Real-world guidelines to manage the audit functionality in your SAP landscape

Add	Darshan Shah, KPMG Thursday, March 15, 2012 10:15 am - 11:30 am

Attend this session for leading practices on how to better manage your GRC and audit applications. Review the tools and solutions available to manage end-to-end audit processes, including ...

Strategies for applying continuous process monitoring techniques to increase audit quality

Add	Richard Castle, Ernst & Young Thursday, March 15, 2012 8:30 am - 9:45 am

Attend this session for a guided tour of the key principles behind a continuous process monitoring (CPM) initiative and how to utilize these to drive audits that are more effective in isolating critical process and control issues. Learn about the different ...

The role of internal audit and compliance teams in providing real-time assurance during an SAP implementation, upgrade, or consolidation project

Add	Bob Herman, PricewaterhouseCoopers Friday, March 16, 2012 8:30 am - 9:45 am

In today's environment, the internal audit and/ or compliance function can't afford to sit idle while SAP is being implemented or changed via an upgrade or convergence project. Learn how to work with the SAP project team and senior management to create ...

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