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Tracking Remediation Plans

Systems and processes for monitoring management action plans

2025-12-10

Tracking Remediation ensures audit findings are resolved and corrective actions are implemented effectively. Systematic monitoring demonstrates audit value and accountability.

📊 Management Action Plans

Each finding should have a documented action plan including:

  • Specific corrective actions to be taken
  • Responsible owner (by name and title)
  • Target completion date
  • Resources required
  • Success criteria or milestones

🔄 Monitoring Process

  • Schedule regular status updates from management
  • Track progress against target dates
  • Escalate overdue items to appropriate levels
  • Update audit committee on open findings
  • Close findings only when fully remediated and verified

📈 Reporting Status

Provide regular reports showing: total open findings by risk rating, aged findings analysis, trends in remediation timing, and areas with recurring issues.

💡 SmartHubs Feature

Use SmartHubs' automated tracking dashboard to monitor all open findings, send reminders for approaching deadlines, and generate status reports for management and audit committee.

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