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Greetings!
IDEA Version Nine has been released and we are assisting clients with updates via a controlled roll-out.
In addition to being 91% faster than Version 8.5, IDEA Version 9 has a wealth of new features including a ribbon and quick access toolbar, a library for easy data access and increased collaboration, advanced Benford's Law tests, plus new functionality.
Learn more about IDEA Version Nine.
For assistance with upgrading to V9, contact IDEAV9Upgrades@audimation.com.
This Update newsletter also includes a new CaseWare White Paper on ways to actively fight fraud, a new contest on p-cards and upcoming training opportunities with the IDEA Training team.
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An Active Fight Against Fraud
Integrating People, Processes & Data Analysis Technology
When it comes to identifying and fighting fraud within any organization, there is no "one size fits all" solution. However there are tools you can use, steps you can take and core areas to watch. This new white paper, co-authored by Bethmara Kessler, CFE, CISA, provides a practical plan for fraud fighting success. From team workshop questions to easy-to-run data analysis tests and a case study example, Bethmara offers proven techniques for proactive fraud detection and prevention.
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What do YOU see? We've downloaded Washington DC's purchase card transactions. What can IDEA help you discover?
In an effort to prevent waste, fraud and abuse in the Capitol, the District of Columbia has posted its purchase card transactions on its Website.
"To ensure that District taxpayers know how, where and when their money is being spent, the Office of Contracting and Procurement will post all purchase orders and purchase card transactions on its website."
We thought it would be interesting to see what findings our IDEA users could discover.
- Download the Excel file of the transaction data (we narrowed the file to less than 10,000 records)
- Analyze the file using IDEA
- Send an email to lindseyf@audimation.com detailing the 3 most significant findings and how they were discovered
Some questions to consider:
- Which agency spent the most during the period?
- Which agencies might be violating the limitation on using p-cards for more than 5,000?
- What possible duplicate payments are there?
Our committee will review all submissions, and will announce the winners in the next Update. First place will receive a $200 American Express Gift Card. Second place will receive a $75 American Express Gift Card, and Third place will receive a $50 American Express Gift Card. Happy Data Mining!
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