APPS-8 Source Code

What is APPS-8 Source Code Control?

The APPS-8 Source Code management is an integral part of the change management process. The tracking and management of code from a development stage to deployment to production provide the ability to resolve any conflicts (for example, not knowing which changes have been deployed or identifying incompatible changes or changes that need to be reworked) if they ever arise.

In an audit, your auditors want to understand your tracking and management processes. Most often, this is managed using a version control system. Thus, providing evidence of the use of such a tool is typically sufficient for your audit documentation.

The use of a version control tool is also best practice and recommended for software teams.

Available tools in the marketplace

Tools

This post lists some of the most known version control tools.

Available templates

TrustCloud has a curated list of templates, internally or externally sourced, to help you get started. Click on the link for a downloadable version:

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Control implementation

NOTE: This control is 100% automated by TrustCloud. Connect your system to enjoy the benefits of automation.

To implement this control manually,

Install a version control tool and ensure that the following components are taken into account:

• Enable repos and working copies.
• Enable code reviews or approvals for all changes.
• Enable version history and backup capabilities.
• Restrict administrative access to the tool to only a few qualified individuals.

What evidence do auditors look for?

Most auditors, at a minimum, are looking for the below-suggested action:

1. Provide a screenshot of your version control tool.
2. Provide a list of users, including admin users, of the version control tool.

Evidence example

For the suggested action, an example is provided below:

1. Provide a screenshot of your version control tool.
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