The External Management Consultants team comprises experts in their field, with many years’ valuable experience. We understand that a significant portion of our value stems from this experience, and as such a committed to an unprecedented level of executive involvement in your business. With an added focus on communication, relationship building, clear reporting and value for money, the advantages of working with us are as numerous as they are convincing.
Executive involvement
One of the key benefits of our knowledge, tools and processes is that they enable our teams to work together and share information more easily. Teamwork enables all of our professionals to contribute their knowledge, expertise and insights on our engagements. Additionally, timely direct executive participation by senior experienced professionals not only improves communication within the team but also ensures continuity of the firm's institutional knowledge of our client’s operations.
This is in line with one of our key beliefs – that once a risk management and audit strategy has been outlined at a company level, it should flow into everyday business practices. Our hands-on approach ensures that key stakeholders within your business have access to critical expertise when it is needed.
Communication and reporting protocols
We understand the importance of a collaborative relationship and open communication. Accordingly, our team is committed to:
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Regular and timely communication with key stakeholders.
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Single point of accountability and agreed key performance indicators to measure our performance
- The highest possible level of client service quality assurance and account management
During the co-development stage, we agree with the reporting format that clearly and concisely describes audit issues and findings, risk exposure, recommended actions and management response (including identification of an officer responsible for implementation) and an implementation due date.
Our service approach is centred on providing appropriate feedback during each stage of the internal audit engagement. We work to develop a communication plan that facilitates discussion of activity updates, fieldwork observations, business insights, value ideas, and industry and business issues. We also schedule forums to provide us direction and feedback. The communication plan will provide an opportunity for coordination of internal and external audit activities.
The basis of our reporting protocol is ‘no surprises’, meaning that all audit issues will have been discussed with managers of audited units prior to being communicated in reporting. Our reporting approach compares the status of control objectives against key business processes and provides agreed ratings.
Value for money
We have a philosophy of providing value for money and tailoring our services to meet the needs of our clients. Our fees to deliver the right balance of internal audit and risk management services, encompassing high-quality controls assurance, value and innovation at a cost effective hourly rate.
External Management has a number of strategic alliances within Australia, New Zealand, Japan, India, Indonesia and Singapore. Each alliance provides External Management Consultants with the ability to provide our services within a number of different regions. Collectively operating as a "Virtual Firm" our collective experiences ensures that we are able to cater for a vast range of our clients needs ensuring that we provide the right level of advice and value to our clients.
Powell & Co
Powell & Co has gained a strong reputation in the delivery of quality Risk Management, Internal Audit and Probity Services.
They create strong engagement models with each of their clients at both an executive management and operational level. As a result, they are able to develop a deeper understanding of their client's business and operational strategies, enabling them to deliver a service which anticipates future risks that emerge due to changes in the external environment or changes in strategy.
For each of their clients, they build the credibility of their service offering by the applying their specialist risk management knowledge combined with unique industry knowledge.
Mason College
Mason College offers students a broad range of nationally accredited and non-accredited short courses in the areas of IT, Hospitality and Business Management areas. Their courses cater to a diverse range of educational needs. These range from the desire to learn something new through to study for professional qualifications.
What sets Mason College apart from other education institutions, is their focus on using innovative teaching methods to impart knowledge and skills, their optimal sized classes, and the delivery of their courses by award winning, industry experienced professional educators and facilitators. Mason College, is committed to providing practical, workplace based training and facilitating sound academic understandings. Their courses are designed and customised to be relevant to your needs.
For further information on their services please click on the following link: http://www.masoncollege.com.au/
Optimum Assurance Group
All successful franchise systems are based on a consistent approach towards business processes and compliance, as well as sound operational and financial controls. At Optimum Assurance, they are committed to delivering option assurance for franchisors and adding value to their franchisees.
Accurate reporting of royalties, rebates and brand protection are 3 significant issues for both today's franchisor and franchisees. The auditing of franchisors of all sizes using the latest techniques can provide important benefits to all stakeholders in the system. Optimum Assurance Group provides independent and objective analysis of franchisee operations to ensure the franchisor's interests are protected. They also strive to provide added value to the franchisee by assisting with localised controls designed to improve their own operations. For further information, please click the following link: http://www.oagroup.com.au
Risk Advice & Solutions
Risk Advice & Solutions (RAS) is a Firm designed to service your specific needs through the knowledge and experience of their senior experienced staff. Their staff have significant experiences across multiple industries and can assist their clients to achieve their strategic and operational objectives. They work with other firms with similar philosophical ideals, values and quality staff to ensure the right combination of skill sets are provided to their clients.
For further information on their services please click on the following link: http://riskadvicesolutions.com.au
Incito Consulting
Incito Consulting is a business firm offering Advisory and Brand Compliance Management services.
Their network services a variety of clients and delivering a range of critical business solutions to the private and public sectors. They bring together a combination of deep industry knowledge and a commitment to engaging with clients on both executive management and operational level.
Their service levels go far beyond those provided elsewhere. The key difference between their service model and those of their competitors is where they place their experience. Their approach to each relationship management ensures that they are engaged and committed, no matter the nature or size of the project. They work closely with you to develop innovative approaches to their business challenges, in turn delivering efficiency and value for money.
For further information on their services please click on the following link: http://www.incitoconsulting.com
