What is an IT Audit?

IT audits, sometimes called ADP (automated data processing) or EDP (electronic data processing) audits are a full examination of your IT systems, intended to learn whether you have sufficient IT security measures in place, whether your data operations are efficient, and how well they are aligned to your business goals. They are often performed as part of or alongside a financial statement audit, in order to keep track of the actual IT equipment and other assets you control.

The main benefit is that you have up-to-date information about your informational infrastructure, and can make better informed upgrade and planning decisions based on better data. Not only does this help you value of your assets accurately, it eliminates many forms of shrinkage and improper data or equipment handling, as each piece of your IT equipment receives its own tag number, which can be used to track it both physically and financially.

Rapid Business Solutions can perform a full, detailed and effective IT audit of most small businesses over a weekend or scheduled holiday, making the entire process non-disruptive and practically invisible to your employees. You’ll know exactly what you have, and we can help you plan for what you’re likely to need in the future.