Introduction to remote auditing

Almost overnight, the COVID 19 pandemic forced audit firms to move towards remote working. This sudden shift has been challenging as significant changes to existing audit procedures and processes have been necessary.

Although these were testing times for auditors, they weren’t as disruptive for audit firms which had already adopted digital auditing technologies.

Based on their experience with remote audits, many auditors and experts feel that if properly executed remote auditing can enhance efficiency and quality. No doubt with the benefits that remote auditing offers, it is here to stay and is in fact the future of auditing.

From an expert, learn why remote auditing is a game-changer, the importance of reliable software, tools, and technology while performing audits remotely and how this can enhance efficiency. In this webinar, Clive will share his insights on:

• The changing landscape and the need for remote auditing
• Challenges and benefits of remote auditing
• Practice management issues and how auditors can leverage using technology
• Managing audit team and client interactions in a virtual environment
• Sharing data and information in a safe manner while working remotely
• The need for reliable tools, software and data management systems for remote auditing

Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this session, learners will be able to:

• Explain the changing landscape for auditors and the need for remote auditing
• Outline the challenges and benefits of remote auditing
• Explain the practice management issues and how auditors can address these using technology
• Understand the need for reliable tools, software and data management systems while performing audits remotely
• Gain insights into how your audit practice can adapt, grow, and thrive during disruption.

Benefits

Benefit from the practical insights and understand the fundamentals of remote auditing and how auditors can effectively use technology to overcome the challenges arising while performing audits remotely.