Control Intelligence

AI Analysis Results

Capital Project Approval & CapitalizationFixed Assets & Capital Expenditures

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73
/ 100
Adequate
Overall Sub-Process Rating
AdequateControl exists and operates; minor enhancements possible.
1 control evaluated4 strengths identified2 gaps identified
Executive Summary

The Capital Project Approval & Capitalization process demonstrates adequate controls overall, with most key controls designed and operating as intended. Certain areas require enhanced documentation or monitoring to close identified gaps, but no material weaknesses were noted during the assessment period.

Strengths
  • Capital projects are approved per the delegation of... is consistently executed
  • Exception reporting is generated and reviewed timely
  • Segregation of duties is enforced across critical functions
  • Key controls are documented in a centralized repository
Gaps
  • No automated alerting for control threshold breaches
  • Access recertification cadence does not meet policy requirements
Recommendations
  1. 1Automate exception detection and route alerts to control owners within 24 hours
  2. 2Implement a workflow tool that captures reviewer identity and timestamp for all approvals
  3. 3Establish a quarterly monitoring schedule with documented results and sign-off
Framework Mapping
COSO 2013
Principle P10Principle P12
SOX 404
ICFR.FA.CP.01
IIA Standards 2024
IV.9.2

Control-Level Breakdown (1)

FA-CP-01AdequateScore: 67/100
Capital projects are approved per the delegation of authority before spending begins.
Key Finding

The control is in place and generally operating as intended. Capital projects are approved per the delegation of authority before spending begins. Minor documentation or timeliness gaps were noted but do not represent material risk.

Recommendation

Enhance documentation and monitoring for: capital projects are approved per the delegation of authority before spending begins. Ensure review evidence includes timestamps and reviewer identity.

Framework Tags
COSO P10COSO P12ICFR.FA.CP.01IIA IV.9.2