Can you take an existing automated process and retrofit
the necessary controls features?
How we can support you: Due to the interrelated and connected nature of ERP system functionality, post
implementation controls are traditionally more difficult to implement. The
potential need for controls related change to the configuration and the affect
this will have on work processes means that changes are rarely only a technical
issue. However, there is still a lot of standard systems controls functionality
that can be implemented that is relatively easy to utilize and should minimize
the direct impact on the end user.
Knowing what the system control features are and how to best implement them
while reducing the impact on system enabled processes is critical. Milton
Alexander professionals have comprehensive experience of the system control
settings and change management experience to facilitate organizational
acceptance and ownership of the necessary changes.
Milton Alexander’s ERP and systems compliance methodology has been proven
through multiple SOX and ERP controls engagements. The standard industry
frameworks such as COBIT, COSO and GTAG are referenced in defining common
organization wide solutions.
Common challenges and Issues:
The methodology is based on a philosophy where the controls design optimizes the
effectiveness of the solution while minimizing the potential burden. Related
tasks include the control design, testing and implementation, together with the
associated controls acceptance/ownership activities. The latter utilize control
self assessment techniques – which in turn assure the acceptance and the
resulting ongoing controls compliance.