Spreadsheet Risk , Awareness , and Control
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Using data from a survey of MBA graduates, we developed a simple diagnostic tool to help assess the level of spreadsheet risk in an organization. We also found that in firms where spreadsheets pose a high risk, users are more aware of this risk. We review the best practices they employ at various stages of spreadsheet use, and we describe the steps that managers can take to control spreadsheet risk.
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