Travis Country: Improving audit consistency and risk management

Introduction

Travis County, located in south-central Texas, oversees a wide range of essential public services, including road maintenance, law enforcement, and public health.

Ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of audits is critical to maintaining high standards across these services.

However, the county's reliance on manual processes and a shared internal drive for audit documentation presented significant challenges.

The challenge

The audit team at Travis County faced numerous difficulties due to the use of manual systems and shared internal drives. This setup led to unauthorized access, potential errors, and a lack of a clear audit trail.

The absence of a standardized approach hindered the county's ability to assess risks accurately and manage audit records effectively, making it difficult to maintain consistency across departments.

Finding the right solution

Recognizing the need for a more robust and reliable auditing solution, Travis County sought a platform that could centralize audit processes, improve data integrity, and enhance risk management.

Ideagen Internal Audit emerged as the ideal choice, offering the tools necessary to streamline audit operations and provide comprehensive risk assessments.

Implementation and impact

The implementation of Ideagen Internal Audit marked a significant transformation for Travis County.

The software provided a centralized platform for audit management, enabling the audit team to standardize processes across all departments.

The risk matrix feature allowed the county to focus on high-risk areas, improving the effectiveness of audits.

Additionally, the centralized storage of audit documents eliminated the risks associated with the previous manual system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.