TIAPS ALB_Module 2E. Data Analytics for Internal Auditing

The secrets to successful visualized reporting are:
• Using the appropriate technique to communicate what you are trying to show.
• Keeping it simple.
• Avoiding excessive use of colors, animation, special effects, etc.
• Including only what is relevant.
• Avoiding inclusion of every data point but be careful not to create misleading
graphics.
• Helping the intended audience focus on what is most important.
2E.4: Reflection
From recent internal and external reports you have seen, identify examples of good and bad
practice with respect to presenting data, and share these examples with your fellow
students.
What is it about the examples you have that make the data presentation effective or
ineffective?
Do you feel confident using graphics to represent data in your audit reports and
presentations?
Have you asked your clients whether they find your reports (especially tables and
graphics) clear and helpful?
What more can you do to improve the user-friendliness of data as presented in your
reports?
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