Standards Activities Of Organizations In The United States

A comprehensive guide to mandatory and voluntary standards activities in the U.S. at the national level -- both governmental and non-governmental (trade associations, technical and professional societies). Excludes proprietary (company standards) and state and local levels of Government. Includes standards distributors, libraries, and information centers and union list of standards repositories by regional areas. Includes over 750 current descriptive commentaries. Subject index, acronyms and initials, and much more.

Policymakers and program managers are continually seeking ways to improve accountability in achieving an entity's mission. A key factor in improving accountability in achieving an entity's mission is to implement an effective internal control system. An effective internal control system helps an entity adapt to shifting environments, evolving demands, changing risks, and new priorities. As programs change and entities strive to improve operational processes and implement new technology, management continually evaluates its internal control system so that it is effective and updated when necessary. Section 3512 (c) and (d) of Title 31 of the United States Code (commonly known as the Federal Managers? Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA)) requires the Comptroller General to issue standards for internal control in the federal government.