ACC 622 Topic 8 DQ 2
Many large companies use an electronic data interchange (EDI) to communicate with key customers and
suppliers. Explain the benefits and risks involved when companies use EDI. Explain one way that the
use of EDI affects internal controls and the auditor's testing. In your response, do not use the same
benefits and risks that have already been posted by a classmate.
You made some very valid points. EDI definitely has its pros and cons. Although it
reduces costs, it can be costly in other area such as those you mentioned. Ensuring
that the system is secure is extremely important. Hackers have gotten creative with
Many large companies use an electronic data interchange (EDI) to communicate with key customers and
suppliers. Explain the benefits and risks involved when companies use EDI. Explain one way that the
use of EDI affects internal controls and the auditor's testing. In your response, do not use the same
benefits and risks that have already been posted by a classmate.
You made some very valid points. EDI definitely has its pros and cons. Although it
reduces costs, it can be costly in other area such as those you mentioned. Ensuring
that the system is secure is extremely important. Hackers have gotten creative with
