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Our course A New Service Model:  Auditor Roles in Government Performance Measurement is now being offered as an instructor-led virtual seminar you can take from the convenience of your office or home computer, or wherever you get the Internet. Up to 9 CPE credits are available (both NASBA and GAS CPEs).  Learn the proven framework of auditor roles and practices featured at this website to determine your best opportunities to add or improve practices for your audit shop or your personal professional development. More information and registration

New Article! Criteria for Relevance and Reliability of Performance Information Revised

One of the most valuable contributions auditors can make to government performance management is to assess the relevance and reliability of performance measures and data.  Sample criteria for assessing relevance and reliability have been revised to be clearer, more distinct, and easier for auditors to use. More ...

Tallahassee Auditor Aids City Performance Measurement & Reporting

Since 2007, the Office of the City Auditor of Tallahasee, Florida, has helped spur important progress, providing an early form of public reporting and assisting city departments in developing “vital signs” performance measures requested by the city’s elected body, the City Commission. More ...

Washington State Auditor Engaged Citizens on Audit Priorities

The Washington State Auditor has engaged citizens on audit priorities through surveys, focus groups, and town hall meetings to ensure citizen priorities are reflected in the performance audits conducted by the State Auditor's Office.  More ...

Performance Data Integrity Audits in Oregon

The State of Oregon conducted a statewide series of performance measure “Integrity Audits,” an initiative designed to assure the reliability of “Key Performance Measures.” The integrity audits help ensure that decision makers have confidence in the data used in performance management, including data used in budgeting and reporting to citizens.  More...

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Case Histories of Audit Organizations that Change Roles to Increase Their Value