In: Accounting
If the analyst does not have the security permissions to access the data directly, then a data request form is required. There are a number of fields that the analyst is required to complete. What fields are necessary in a data request form? Who needs to be included in the routing of this form? Explain the form and the approval process you would recommend.
Adapted from Richardson, V. J., Teeter, R., & Terrell, K. (n.d.). Data analytics for accounting. Problems [TA1] [VP2]
Here is a sample copy of the form
The sample fields are in the form above.
Also in addition to these fields, there must be specified and restrictive additional CONDITIONS that must be specified.
It should be approved by the immediate contact of the analyst and the Head of the department that has hired the analyst. Also, it must be reviewed by the Head of IT department.