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Regional Economics: Theory and Practice
 

A role model for synchronizing internal audit with the innovation cycle

ISSUE 4, APRIL 2026

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Received: 23 January 2026

Accepted: 20 February 2026

Available online: 29 April 2026

Subject Heading: INNOVATION AND INVESTMENT

JEL Classification: G32, M42, O31

Pages: 181-195

https://doi.org/10.24891/eoivwj

Evgenii N. PUZOV Corresponding author, Russian International Innovative University, Sochi, Russian Federation
trends.imprint@gmail.com

https://orcid.org/0009-0001-5123-0565

Sergei N. YASHIN Nizhny Novgorod Branch of Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, Nizhny Novgorod, Russian Federation
jashinsn@yandex.ru

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7182-2808

Sergei V. OSHURIN National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod (UNN), Nizhny Novgorod, Russian Federation
oshurin52@bk.ru

https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2979-7674

Subject. Transformation of the internal audit system.
Objectives. Development of a model that integrates internal audit into the innovation cycle and allows overcoming the paradox between the need for rapid innovation implementation and the increase in risks.
Methods. Systematic and comparative analyses.
Results. Key competencies (strategic thinking, digital literacy) and organizational conditions (independence, collaboration orientation, flexible planning) necessary for the transformation of the internal audit system have been identified. A comprehensive role model has been developed that synchronizes the actions of the internal audit service with the phases of the innovation cycle (from idea to monitoring). To assess the effectiveness of the internal audit function, a system of metrics has been proposed that shifts the focus from control functions to value creation.
Conclusions. The success of implementing the developed model depends on the maturity of the corporate governance system. The balance between manageability and support for transformations contributes to ensuring the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of the company in a dynamic environment.

Keywords: internal audit, corporate governance, competencies, trusted advisor, sustainable development, risk management, role model, synchronization, innovation cycle

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