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Technical Audit Reviews

Smarter Offshore Models for Technical Audit Reviews

The Offshore Model Is Evolving-Is Your Audit Firm Keeping Up?   For years, offshore support in audit was relegated to tick-and-bash work. Bank recs. Trial balance tie-ins. PBC chasing. But in 2025, leading firms are tapping into global talent for technical audit reviews, not just admin tasks. This isn’t outsourcing for cost-it’s offshoring for capability. […]
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Audit Support Functions

A Breakdown of Audit Support Functions: What to Keep In-House vs. What to Offload

Audit firms today must strategically decide which audit support functions to retain in-house and which to outsource. Making informed decisions on audit support services ensures quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.  In this post, we’ll dissect audit support activities, backed by data, credible insights, and guidance from authoritative institutions. Breakdown of Audit Support Functions The Importance of […]
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SSC Audit Delivery

SSC Audit Delivery at Scale: A Hidden Win or a Plateau?

The Big 4’s Offshore Bet Paid Off. But What Comes Next?   SSC Audit Delivery: In the last decade, Big 4 audit firms have quietly undergone a major operational shift. The adoption of Shared Services Centers (SSCs) – offshore delivery hubs typically located in India, the Philippines, and Chile – has gone from a cost-efficiency […]
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Audit Methodologies

From Checklists to Algorithms: The Evolution of Audit Methodologies in the UK

Auditing has always stood at the crossroads of trust and accountability. But the way auditors fulfil their mandate has dramatically evolved over the decades.  Behind every assurance report is a structured approach; a methodology that shapes how evidence is gathered, risks are assessed, and conclusions are reached. In the UK, the audit profession has transitioned […]
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Outsourcing Audit to India

Why CPA Firms Are Outsourcing Audit to India: Building Resilience, Not Just Reducing Cost

Audit is under pressure globally. The profession is short on talent, high on regulatory expectations, and facing margin compression like never before. In this context, outsourcing audit support work to India is no longer a tactical fix – it’s becoming a structural part of how progressive CPA firms operate.  This blog explores why, backed by […]
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Auditors

Who Regulates the Auditors? A Global Look at the Top 15 Gatekeepers of Trust

Auditors are tasked with protecting the integrity of financial reporting ,but who protects the public from audit failure? The answer lies in a network of national and international audit regulators: organisations with the mandate to inspect, discipline, and guide audit firms in their pursuit of accountability. From Washington to Johannesburg, these bodies enforce the rules […]
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tariffs

Tariffs, Trade and the Auditor’s Role: Navigating Financial Uncertainty with Judgement and Standards

Recent tariff measures introduced by the US administration are reshaping the landscape for globally exposed businesses. Post Covid, the companies grapple with rising costs, disrupted supply chains and shifting pricing models.  Auditors globally face a parallel challenge: understanding how these changes impact financial statements and what that means for audit risk. In a high-volatility environment, […]
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Capacity KPIs

The Hidden Metrics: 7 Capacity KPIs Every Auditing Firm Should Track

Introduction: Why Tracking Capacity Is a Strategic Imperative Capacity isn’t just about headcount—it’s about how well your resources are aligned with your workload. While most audit firms measure surface-level indicators like billable hours and client count, few go deeper into the metrics that actually reflect efficiency, resilience, and scalability. In an era of margin pressure […]
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Cost-Benefit Analysis

Cost-Benefit Analysis: Hiring Internally vs. Partnering with an Audit Support Provider

Introduction: The Staffing Dilemma in a Changing Audit Landscape As demand for audit services grows amid tightening deadlines and evolving regulations, many firms face a fundamental question: should we hire more internal staff, or partner with an audit support provider? While both approaches have their advantages, the decision should be grounded in a cost-benefit analysis […]
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Hive Mentality

Hive Mentality: How Cross-Pollination Drives Exponential Capacity Gains

ntroduction: More Than Just a Buzzword Collaboration is a cornerstone of high-performing teams. In nature, bees model collaborative efficiency through cross-pollination—transferring pollen across diverse ecosystems while strengthening the hive.  This natural process serves as a metaphor for how organisations can boost productivity and build capacity through deliberate knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration. As companies navigate […]
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