Organizational structure. The board is responsible for establishing a management structure capable of implementing the firm’s OR management framework. As part of this process, the internal auditor will review:
. The existence of an independent OR function with qualified staff with the necessary experience, technical capabilities and access to resources.
. The assignment of OR managers in each area of the entity and in the various business units within the group.
. The adequate separation of responsibilities between OR control functions, business lines and support functions in order to avoid conflicts of interest.
. The creation of an OR Committee to guide the senior management and to define its composition, functions, etc.
. The establishment of lines of communication among those responsible for managing OR at business unit level and to co-ordinate their performances with regard to the OR.