Audit Discovery

The cost of the audit will depend on the efficacy and currency of the I/T department's documentation. Where that documentation is not suitable for purposes of the audit, bringing it to a reasonable standard is another benefit in bring the I/T department to operate in good order and at a high level of efficiency.

Elements of Audit Documentation

1. Workstation/Notebook Inventory.
2. Asset numbering
3. Software Application Checklist
4. Network diagram.
5. Support Matrix.
6. Statement of Direction - Information Technology
7. Server Survey
8. I/T Policies and Procedures
9. Printer list
10. Backup Procedures
11. Remote Access
12. Training Survey
13. User Satisfaction Survey

SSI has standard forms for each of these documentation elements, which can be adapted to the particular needs of each organization.