Establishing Robust Access Controls is a Team Effort

System access controls are one of the fundamental IT controls to ensure system security and data integrity. There are many facets to consider when implement effective system access controls:

Ensure that there is support from senior management and board, and there is a top-down drive to establish and communication policies with regard to IT security and access management.

IT risks are business risks. They are associated with the use, ownership, operation, influence and adoption of IT within a company. Positive risks could be enablers for new business initiatives and efficient operations, which increase a business' competitive advantages.