21-23 September 2006
AUTHOR:
Kimberly Sangster
John Venti
ABSTRACT:
Performing audits of contracts are important tools to ensure that the purpose for the agreement or the performance of a contract actually occurs. Audits will validate and measure processes that are in place, identify those that require further enhancement, and isolate weaknesses that may lead to fraud, collusion, and conflicts of interest. Contract compliance monitoring is as necessary an element to maintain an open and fair procurement process, as the implementation of ethics policies. Audits conducted after problems are uncovered are reactionary. The goal is to identify weaknesses and inform management of situations that may lead to ethical conflicts and issues before problems develop.
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