Risk considerations in blockchain technology
Technology-based solutions work best when they are designed to solve real-world problems. In a world where swipe left or right and one-click dominate the market, there is a genuine desire to streamline complex business problems. The complexity of business transactions and a potential lack of trust between parties create opportunities for innovative solutions. One such innovation, blockchain technology, also called distributed ledger technology, has experienced explosive growth.
Blockchain technology-based new proofs of concept (PoC) continue to develop in many industries, and a certain number of them are close to advancing from the pilot phase to implementation. As blockchain technology continues to evolve and expand on its promise to simplify transactional complexities, it also gives rise to previously unforeseen risks for businesses. As organizations consider implementing blockchain-based solutions, internal auditors need to assess these emerging risks and retroactively advise management on ways to implement appropriate safeguards.
For an introduction to blockchain for internal auditors, read part one of this series1….
