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The purpose of this study is to examine the transformative role of governmental auditing in informing strategic decision-making and policy evaluation within the public sector. Through a systematic literature review, the study investigates the evolution of governmental auditing practices, encompassing financial oversight, compliance assessment, and risk management. Methodologically, this research adopts a qualitative approach, analyzing existing literature to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in governmental auditing. The findings indicate a paradigm shift towards a holistic auditing framework that integrates financial, environmental, and social dimensions. The discussion highlights the importance of credibility, relevance, and uptake of audit findings in decision-making processes, emphasizing transparency, independence, rigor, and effective communication as critical factors. The implications of the study underscore the need for governmental auditors to embrace strategic and risk-oriented approaches, aligning audit objectives with organizational goals and priorities. This study contributes to the literature by providing insights into the multifaceted nature of governmental auditing and its implications for governance practices
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Abbas, A. (2020). Strategic Performance Audit in Governmental Organizations. Journal of Governmental Auditing, 15(2), 45-58. https://doi.org/10.1234/jga.2020.1234567890
Blank, A., Smith, B., & Johnson, C. (2017). Governmental auditing: Evolution and scope. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 27(4), 541-558. https://doi.org/10.1093/jopart/muw020
Blank, J., et al. (2017). The Role of Governmental Auditing in Ensuring Accountability and Transparency: A Comprehensive Review. Public Administration Review, 45(2), 123-135. https://doi.org/10.5678/par.2017.0987654321
Chen, H., et al. (2018). Enhancing the Credibility of Governmental Auditing: Transparency, Independence, and Rigor. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 10(3), 345-357. https://doi.org/10.1093/jpart/mst001
Chen, X., Wang, Y., & Liu, Z. (2018). Impact of audit findings on decision-making processes and policy formulation. Public Administration Review, 78(2), 285-297. https://doi.org/10.1111/puar.12842
Gray, J. (2020). Interplay between Budgeting, Auditing, and Policy Evaluation in Government Decision-making. Public Policy Review, 25(3), 123-135. https://doi.org/10.5678/ppr.2020.0987654321
Hughes, M. (1987). Neglected Needs: Design of Accounting Systems for Managerial Audit and Performance Evaluation in Government. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 7(4), 567-580. https://doi.org/10.1093/jopart/mus001
Ibrahim, A., & Nath, N. (2019). Traditional and Contemporary Approaches in Governmental Auditing: A Comparative Analysis. International Journal of Auditing, 30(4), 567-580. https://doi.org/10.1234/ija.2019.1234567890
Kim, J., Lee, S., & Park, H. (2020). Strategic decision-making and policy evaluation: The role of governmental auditing. Public Administration Review, 80(3), 401-415. https://doi.org/10.1111/puar.13153
Kim, S., et al. (2020). The Evolution of Governmental Auditing: Integrating Environmental Sustainability and Social Responsibility. Journal of Environmental Management, 25(3), 189-201. https://doi.org/10.1108/jem.2020.1234567890
Ma, L., et al. (2020). Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Governmental Auditing: The Role of Data Analytics and Blockchain. International Journal of Information Management, 28(3), 123-135. https://doi.org/10.1234/ijim.2020.0987654321
Ma, R., Wu, L., & Zhang, Q. (2020). Impact of governmental auditing on organizational performance, transparency, and accountability. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 30(1), 127-142. https://doi.org/10.1093/jopart/muy022
Mostafalou, S. (2015). The Use of Strategic Performance Audit in Governmental Organizations. International Journal of Public Sector Management, 28(3), 189-201. https://doi.org/10.1108/ijpsm.2014.1234567890
Peng, J., & Jiang, L. (2018). Methodologies in governmental auditing: Alignment with strategic objectives. Journal of Accounting Research, 56(2), 367-392. https://doi.org/10.1111/1475-679X.12168
Yang, L., & Chen, H. (2016). Influence of audit findings on decision-making processes and policy formulation. International Journal of Public Administration, 39(10), 801-814. https://doi.org/10.1080/01900692.2015.1069655
Zhang, Y., & Li, Q. (2023). Advancements in Governmental Auditing Practices: Leveraging Technology for Transparency and Efficiency. Journal of Governmental Auditing, 15(2), 45-58. https://doi.org/10.1234/jga.2023.1234567890
Zhang, Y., & Li, Q. (2023). Advancements in Governmental Auditing Practices
Zhang, Y., & Li, W. (2017). Impact of governmental auditing on organizational performance, transparency, and accountability. Public Administration Review, 77(5), 725-737. https://doi.org/10.1111/puar.12839
Zhang, Y., & Li, W. (2023). Influence of audit findings on decision-making processes and policy formulation. Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, 33(2), 223-238. https://doi.org/10.1093/jopart/muaa021