Provide an unbiased evaluation of processes, systems and operations and determine whether internal controls are in place and operating effectively to mitigate risks and ensure that organizational goals and objectives are met. The aim of an operational audit is ultimately to optimize efficiency. By auditing the business's internal policies and procedures, the company can identify trouble spots and operate more effectively. The outcomes gleaned from the audit are most useful to the management team, who can take these recommendations on board to streamline future processes