Generally, employers should periodically audit all phases of the talent acquisition and management life cycle and all policies, procedures, and practices that pertain to the acquisition and management of talent. 

Alternatively, employers should target specific areas and issues for auditing, such as but certainly not limited to:

• Recruiting, Selection & Hiring

• Compensation

• Benefits

• Performance Management

• Leaves of Absence

• Safety, Security and Health

• Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action

• Drugs and Alcohol

• Labor Relations

• Discipline, Termination & Layoff

• Contingent worker arrangements

• Independent contractor status

• Employee Files and HR Information Management