What are some of the signs that a company lacks controls?

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Some signs that a company lacks controls:

•    Lax top management-Senior managers do not emphasize or value the need for controls, or they set a bad example.
•    Absence of policies-The firm's expectations are not established in writing.
•    Lack of agreed-upon standards-Organization members are unclear about what needs to be achieved.
•    "Shoot the messenger" management-Employees feel their careers would be at risk if they reported bad news.
•    Lack of periodic reviews-Managers do not assess performance on a regular, timely basis.
•    Bad information systems-Key data are not measured and reported in a timely and easily accessible way.
•    Lack of ethics in the culture-Organization members have not internalized a commitment to integrity.

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