audit trail

noun

: a record of a sequence of events (such as actions performed by a computer) from which a history may be reconstructed

Examples of audit trail in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This transparency reduces the risk of fraud and provides a clear audit trail. —

Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 12 June 2024 Enhanced Security: Electronic records management systems pack robust security features like encryption, access controls, and audit trails, keeping sensitive info safe from unauthorized access or tampering. —

Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024 Compliance: Electronic records management ensures compliance with regulations by providing audit trails, version control, and retention schedules, lowering the risk of penalties due to non-compliance. —

Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024 By laundering the cryptocurrency proceeds, Parks was able to disguise the audit trail and disassociate the funds from the scheme, according to prosecutors. —

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