{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6702dcb9c88f09c3e0b9a10a/6759b21d859d1b450fff0ca6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Drata Talks Navigating Audit Integrity and Independence","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6702dcb9c88f09c3e0b9a10a/1733931522365-1f3f80af-ace5-46ab-b0de-7273025ed688.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode, host Troy Fine and producer Elliot Volkman welcome guest Kevin Kriebel, VP of Business Development at Drata. The conversation focuses on the challenges and intricacies of maintaining auditor independence and integrity in the compliance automation landscape. Key topics include the impact of bundling and price fixing on audit quality, the need for improved TPRM functionality, and the role of enterprises in ensuring higher standards. The discussion also addresses the importance of education and transparency in mitigating the risks associated with low-quality audits and driving market changes.</p><p><br></p><p>01:04 Introductions and Ground Rules </p><p>02:23 Discussing Auditor Independence </p><p>04:30 Challenges in the Audit Industry </p><p>06:19 Vendor Relationships and Audit Integrity </p><p>10:14 Education Gap in Compliance </p><p>23:58 Industry Price Fixing Concerns </p><p>27:30 Discussing Audit Automation and Vendor Practices </p><p>28:19 The Problem with Bundling Services </p><p>29:02 Challenges in Vendor Accountability </p><p>30:34 The Role of TPRM and AI in Compliance </p><p>33:29 The Importance of Education in Compliance </p><p>38:24 Market Dynamics and Compliance Requirements</p>","author_name":"Chaos"}