The Internal Auditing Pocket Guide, Second Edition


Book Description

This best-seller pocket guide prepares auditors to conduct internal audits against quality, environmental, safety, and other audit criteria. This handy pocket guide covers all the steps necessary to complete an internal audit, from assignment to follow-up. New and updated chapters reflect new techniques to address vogue requirements, more illustrations and examples, ISO 19011 thinking, and verification of auditee follow-up actions. This condensed, easy-to-read book is a valuable resource and great tool for training others on how to perform an internal audit. It is appropriate for those who have no prior knowledge of audit principles or techniques.







The Internal Auditing Handbook


Book Description

The first edition of The Internal Auditing Handbook received wide acclaim from readers and became established as one of the definitive publications on internal auditing. The second edition was released soon after to reflect the rapid progress of the internal audit profession. There have been a number of significant changes in the practice of internal auditing since publication of the second edition and this revised third edition reflects those changes. The third edition of The Internal Auditing Handbook retains all the detailed material that formed the basis of the second edition and has been updated to reflect the Institute of Internal Auditor’s (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Each chapter has a section on new developments to reflect changes that have occurred over the last few years. The key role of auditors in reviewing corporate governance and risk management is discussed in conjunction with the elevation of the status of the chief audit executive and heightened expectations from boards and audit committees. Another new feature is a series of multi-choice questions that have been developed and included at the end of each chapter. This edition of The Internal Auditing Handbook will prove to be an indispensable reference for both new and experienced auditors, as well as business managers, members of audit committees, control and compliance teams, and all those who may have an interest in promoting corporate governance.




The Process Auditing Techniques Guide, Second Edition


Book Description

In this pocket guide, best-selling author J.P. Russell focuses on the methods and techniques of conducting internal and external process audits. Learn how to evaluate process controls, use process flow, turtle, spider and tree diagrams, verify process conformity and effectiveness, and compose an audit report assessing compliance, controls, risk and process optimization. This guide is ideal for individuals who have a general understanding of auditing techniques and is written for auditors who conduct first-, second-, and third-party audits to any standard or work instruction.




Automotive Internal Auditor Pocket Guide


Book Description

This pocket guide is an essential resource for anyone in the automotive industry. It's designed to be used as a reference manual for conducting internal audits to ISO/TS 16949:2002 using a new process approach. The book will assist internal auditors with planning and performing process audits in order to become more effective as an auditor and satisfy top management, auditees, and external customers. It includes practical case studies, the bodies of knowledge for the ASQ CQIA and CQA certifications, a glossary of terms, and a list of acronyms. "When my former company arranged internal auditor training, I received this handbook. We were able to set up our programs and for the first two audits we maintained a very good score, as I remember no majors or minors. I have used and abused this book and am planning to order a replacement. I would not want to be without it in my field...it is an easy to use guide on the floor." A reader in New Bedford, MA




The Internal Auditor at Work


Book Description

A clear, accessible guide to the roles and responsibilities of today's internal auditor At a time when companies are seeking to reevaluate their practices and add value to their audit processes, The Internal Auditor at Work represents an invaluable, user-friendly, and up-to-date guidebook for the internal auditing professional to refine and rethink both day-to-day methods and the underlying significance of the job. Each chapter of this in-depth, functional analysis contains numerous resources to guide the reader toward greater understanding and performance. Discussion questions promote dialogue among auditing professionals on the various topics covered. Top ten considerations lists recap the important points of each chapter. And end-of-chapter exercises are especially valuable to new internal auditors in that they facilitate self-development and application of principles covered. Written in partnership with the Institute of Internal Auditors with special attention to its revised standards and guidelines, The Internal Auditor at Work includes chapters on: The audit context The strategic dimension Quality and audit competence The audit process The audit proposition And more In a business environment currently undergoing major reevaluation, The Internal Auditor at Work provides an invaluable tool for internal auditing professionals and all others with an interest in adding value to their organizational processes.







Pocket Guide to Performance Management


Book Description

The first half of this book is designed as a mini-dictionary or glossary of common terms used in planning, measuring, and managing performance. The second half includes tips and techniques for reviewing performance, diagnosing problems, deciding on action plans, and evaluating links between measures and strategies. This succinct and handy guide will be a constant companion as you engage in performance management in your organization. hr"An excellent book by an excellent author. This 56-page book is a great tool for managers who need a ‘quick reference’ during any type of business meeting where results are discussed or plans are developed. The author does a great job of covering virtually all core facets of Performance Management in a text that takes less than one day to read." Ray DiGiacomo, Jr. San Juan Capistrano, California




The Process Auditing and Techniques Guide


Book Description

Best-selling author J.P. Russell focuses on the methods and techniques of conducting internal and external process audits. Learn how to evaluate process controls, use process flow, turtle, spider and tree diagrams, verify process conformity and effectiveness, and compose an audit report assessing compliance, controls, risk and process optimization. This guide is ideal for individuals who have a general understanding of auditing techniques and is written for auditors who conduct first-, second-, and third-party audits to any standard or work instruction.




The ASQ Quality Improvement Pocket Guide


Book Description

Basic quality at a size and price that are easy on your pocket! This pocket guide is designed to be a quick, on-the-job reference for anyone interested in making their workplace more effective and efficient. It will provide a solid initial overview of what “quality” is and how it could impact you and your organization. Use it to compare how you and your organization are doing things, and to see whether what’s described in the guide might be useful. The tools of quality described herein are universal. People across the world need to find better, more effective ways to improve the creation and performance of products and services. Since organizational and process improvement is increasingly integrated into all areas of an organization, everyone must understand the basic principles of process control and process improvement. This succinct and concentrated guide can help. Unlike any other pocket guide on the market, included throughout are direct links to numerous free online resources that not only go deeper but also show these concepts and tools in action: case studies, articles, webcasts, templates, tutorials, examples from the ASQ Service Division’s Service Quality Body of Knowledge (SQBOK), and much more. This pocket guide serves as a gateway into the wealth of peerless content that ASQ offers.