Technology is an important enabler of business transformation. We bring the skills to deliver improvements in processes to assist you in getting value from technology investments. We bring knowledge in IT strategy, IT architecture and design, enterprise applications, sourcing, project management and IT operations management.
We can help if:
- You recognize the need to better align IT to the organization’s needs.
- You wish to have the right IT organization to support business requirements and increase value to the business.
- You need to be better equipped to perform IT due diligence activities for mergers and acquisitions.
- Your efforts to comply with regulatory matters have uncovered operational Issues in IT and information security.
- You need to prioritize and measure IT projects.
- You wish to assess which IT services should be provided internally and which should be outsourced to third party service providers.
- IT is seen as a constraint on the business or where the reputation of IT is held in low regard.
- You are seeking ways to improve the effectiveness of relationships between IT, the organization and with suppliers.
In today’s digitally-driven business landscape, information technology plays a critical role in enhancing the effectiveness, efficiency, and scope of audit services. At Sajid & Co., our IT audit and assurance services are designed to evaluate and strengthen the integrity, reliability, and security of our clients’ information systems.
1. IT Audit and Assurance Services
We provide independent assessments of the design and effectiveness of IT controls across key business systems and processes. This includes:
- General IT Controls (GITC) Review
Evaluating controls over data center operations, system software acquisition, access security, and change management. - Application Controls Testing
Testing automated controls within financial and operational systems to ensure accurate data processing. - IT Risk Assessment
Identifying and evaluating technology-related risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
2. Information Systems (IS) Audit
Our IS audit services focus on assessing IT infrastructure and applications that impact financial reporting:
- Review of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Tally
- Evaluation of user access and segregation of duties
- Assessment of data integrity and system configurations
3. Cybersecurity Assessment
We help clients identify vulnerabilities, assess cybersecurity posture, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements:
- Network and endpoint security reviews
- Penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
- Policy and procedure evaluations for cybersecurity
4. Data Analytics in Audit
Using advanced data analytics tools, we offer deeper insights into financial and operational data:
- Journal entry testing and anomaly detection
- Transactional trend analysis
- Fraud risk analytics using AI-driven tools
5. IT Governance and Compliance
We assist organizations in aligning IT processes with industry best practices and compliance requirements:
- IT policy and procedure review
- IT governance framework evaluation
- Compliance audits.
6. Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
Ensuring resilience of business operations through comprehensive reviews of:
- Business continuity planning (BCP)
- Disaster recovery planning (DRP) and testing
- Backup and recovery procedures
7. System Implementation Review
We support clients during major IT transformations by reviewing system implementation processes to ensure:
- Adequate planning and risk management
- Data migration accuracy
- Proper user training and post-implementation support