Business Systems, Engineering & IT

Growing a business could be exhilarating for many reasons. BUT! Having in place adequate checks and balances helps steer clear of this unpleasant scenario.

“A2Q2 served as the subject matter expert we hired to help us establish an IT Steering Committee at Pattern Energy. From the minute they came on board, it was clear that they would be a valuable resource. They were able to communicate extremely effectively with Pattern’s executive management team. They are creative, smart and willing to collaborate no matter the situation”.

Jayce
IT Director, Pattern Energy

Business Systems, Engineering & IT

Growing a business could be exhilarating for many reasons. BUT! Having in place adequate checks and balances helps steer clear of this unpleasant scenario.

New to IPO & SOX?

Public company readiness or SOX 404 readiness required activities part 1

What SOX 404 activities are recommended and required for a company preparing to be public or in pre-IPO stage? Here's part 1 of the overview
Public company readiness or SOX 404 readiness required activities part 1
Public company readiness or SOX 404 readiness required activities part 1
What SOX 404 activities are recommended and required for a company preparing to be public or in pre-IPO stage? Here's part 1 of the overview
Public company readiness or SOX 404 readiness required activities ecommerce company part2
Public company readiness or SOX 404 readiness required activities ecommerce company part2
What activities are required for public company readiness (SOX 404 readiness) by process?
What's required in 1st year as a public company SOX 404A part 1
What's required in 1st year as a public company SOX 404A part 1
In the first year as a public company, what's required or recommended for an Emerging Growth Company (EGC) under SOX 404A? Part 1 covers general activities. Part 2 covers specific business processes.
What's required in 1st year as a public company SOX 404A part2
What's required in 1st year as a public company SOX 404A part2
In the first year as a public company, what's required or recommended for an Emerging Growth Company (EGC) under SOX 404A? Part 1 covers general activities. Part 2 covers specific business and ITGC processes.
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Using Your Business System to Generate Progressive Results

Your business systems are the foundations of how certain processes are carried out in your organization. These systems showcase show personnel, policies, operations, facilities and IT equipment shape your company. Simply put, they are critical to produce progressive results.

The benefits of having strong internal controls cannot be over-emphasized. Having effective internal controls is one of the first steps to take when you’re preparing your company for SOX compliance. This is why A2Q2 is here to help you develop effective internal controls to scale your business.

Harnessing Tech For Unrivalled Growth

The Engineering and IT departments in your business play a vital role when you’re preparing for SOX compliance. In this case, we are talking about IT General Controls (ITGC).

ITGCs determine how technology is designed, administered, and used in your organization. They control everything from system updates and upgrades to configuration management to user account creation.

This covers access to programs and data, change management, system development, and computer operations.

Would you recommend A2Q2?

"They know their processes very well. They have answers to all of the questions or different scenarios. They help us start from the beginning and walk us through the entire process and they know the areas where the companies are missing. I would definitely recommend A2Q2."

– Sreeveni, VP of Information Systems and Technology, UserTesting

 

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Internal Controls

Internal and external audits

Using Your Business System to Generate Progressive Results

Your business systems are the foundations of how certain processes are carried out in your organization. These systems showcase show personnel, policies, operations, facilities and IT equipment shape your company. Simply put, they are critical to produce progressive results.

The benefits of having strong internal controls cannot be over-emphasized. Having effective internal controls is one of the first steps to take when you’re preparing your company for SOX compliance. This is why A2Q2 is here to help you develop effective internal controls to scale your business.

Harnessing Tech For Unrivalled Growth

The Engineering and IT departments in your business play a vital role when you’re preparing for SOX compliance. In this case, we are talking about IT General Controls (ITGC).

ITGCs determine how technology is designed, administered, and used in your organization. They control everything from system updates and upgrades to configuration management to user account creation.

This covers access to programs and data, change management, system development, and computer operations.

Videos & Articles

How do I get ready?
  1. Getting ready for SOX
  2. Getting ecommerce company ready for SOX
What is required by SOX 404?
  1. What’s required in the first year for SOX 404A, part 1
  2. What’s required in the first year for SOX 404A, part 2
SOX 404 Timelines
  1. SOX 404A timeline for de-SPAC Emerging Growth Company (EGC)
  2. SOX 404B timeline for SPAC – first time as accelerated filer
  3. When are SOX 404B controls tested?
How does SOX affect my processes?
  1. SOX readiness for IT General Controls

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