Internal Review
/ɪnˈtɜrnəl rɪˈvjuː/
Definitions
- (n.) A procedural examination conducted within an organization to assess decisions, compliance, or policies before external review or enforcement actions.
The company's legal department performed an internal review of the contract terms before final approval.
- (n.) A quality control process used to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies, often in healthcare, finance, or corporate governance.
The internal review identified several compliance gaps requiring immediate correction.
Forms
- internal review
- internal reviews
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Commentary
Often used interchangeably with internal audit, but 'internal review' emphasizes evaluative or investigatory functions within legal or regulatory frameworks.
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