The COSO framework was updated in 2016 to provide the approach of applied risk management for internal controls. It applies to both internal and financial reporting, where its framework encompasses these five strategic pillars.
Strategy and Objective Setting – goals of risk tolerance must be measured objectively.
Governance and Culture – to oversight enterprise risk management daily.
The Performance Segment- risks should be prioritized for effective reporting.
Information, Communication, and Reporting- proper communication internally and externally
Review and Revision – continuous internal audit and measuring to revise measures
These organizations have different mandates and functions, even as they may seem similar. COSO establishes the guiding principles for organizations to institute risk tolerance and reduce fraud. On the other hand, COBIT 5 delivers the framework for organizations to build controls of best practices.
Companies that use COSO for establishing their risk reporting approaches can employ COBIT 5 to organize their control ecosystem. Like constructing a building, COSO lays out the framework of the rooms with just an outline.
COBIT 5 is the master plan for the installation of HVAC equipment, plumbing, drainage, waterways, and electrical systems on the house. COBIT 5 sets the plans of COSO in real action so that companies can secure their IT and reporting departments.