Ways to Use GAS and Describe Them Briefly

Footing a file

Selecting a sample - either statistically of judgmentally

Extracting, sorting, and summarizing data

Obtaining file statistics (totals, minimum / maximum / average values)

Evaluating statistical samples results

Performing analytical review techniques, such as identifyign slow moving inventory and extracting those items for further audit review

Finding how many transactions or population items meet specific criteria

Checking for gaps in processing sequences

Checking for duplicates (e.g., paying the same vendor twice)

Doing arithmetic calculations

Preparing custom reports

Analyzing data for file validity, e.g., missing data and fields with inappropriate values

Analyzing data files for unusual pattern of numbers