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Glossary/Configurable controls

What is Configurable controls?

In short

Configurable controls are settings in an enterprise resource planning or other system that enforce rules automatically, such as three-way match tolerances, approval workflows and duplicate invoice checks.

Key takeaways

  • Auditors test them by inspecting the settings and confirming they work as set.
  • Their reliability depends on controls over who can change the settings.
  • Default settings may not match the organization's policies.

Where it's tested

ISC: Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs) — study notes, a five-minute revision sheet and practice questions.

Practise: 3 questions

Question 1 of 3 · 0 answered

A developer at a company has standing write access to the production database. Which ITGC category does this deficiency primarily relate to, and why does it matter?

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