Jedi ERM: What Star Wars Can Teach Internal Auditors About Risk Management

This article draws parallels between internal auditors and the Jedi from Star Wars, highlighting their shared roles in problem-solving and providing trusted advice. However, it humorously points out the Jedi's significant failings in enterprise risk management (ERM), particularly their inability to detect and prevent major threats. The author uses these fictional shortcomings to underscore the critical importance of robust ERM and maintaining auditor independence in real-world organizations.