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Drata Talks Navigating Audit Integrity and Independence
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- Dec 12, 2024
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Summary
In this episode, host Troy Fine and producer Elliot Volkman welcome guest Kevin Kriebel, VP of Business Development at Drata. The conversation focuses on the challenges and intricacies of maintaining auditor independence and integrity in the compliance automation landscape. Key topics include the impact of bundling and price fixing on audit quality, the need for improved TPRM functionality, and the role of enterprises in ensuring higher standards. The discussion also addresses the importance of education and transparency in mitigating the risks associated with low-quality audits and driving market changes. 01:04 Introductions and Ground Rules 02:23 Discussing Auditor Independence 04:30 Challenges in the Audit Industry 06:19 Vendor Relationships and Audit Integrity 10:14 Education Gap in Compliance 23:58 Industry Price Fixing Concerns 27:30 Discussing Audit Automation and Vendor Practices 28:19 The Problem with Bundling Services 29:02 Challenges in Vendor Accountability 30:34 The Role of TPRM and AI in Compliance 33:29 The Importance of Education in Compliance 38:24 Market Dynamics and Compliance Requirements Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.