Discuss the benefits of having standardized hardware and software distributed across departments in the firm.

Problem 2: INTERNAL CONTROL
a. Identify and explain any control concerns you have with the new operations.
b. What potential computer fraud might this operational approach permit?
Problem 3: DISTRIBUTED PROCESSING SYSTEM
a. Regarding setting systems standards in a distributed processing environment, discuss
factors pertinent to:
1. Computer hardware and software considerations
2. Controls considerations
b. Discuss the benefits of having standardized hardware and software distributed across
departments in the firm.
c. Discuss the concerns that the memorandum is likely to create for distributed users in the
company.
Problem 9: DISASTER RECOVERY PLANa. Describe the internal control weaknesses present at Hexagon.

Internal Audit Procedures Outline 2
b. List the components that should be included in a disaster recovery plan for a company
like Hexagon.
c. What factors, other than those included in the plan itself, should a company consider
when formulating a disaster recovery plan?