Directing the engagement team means telling them about: 1.
Their ethical responsibilities
Their need to plan and perform an audit with professional skepticism
2.
The objectives of the work to be performed
3.
The nature of the entity’s business
4.
Risk-related issues
5.
Problems that may arise
6.
The detailed approach to the performance of the engagement
Supervision includes: Seeing if the team has enough time and competence to do their job
Also whether they understand their instructions
Addressing significant matters arising during the audit and modifying the plan appropriately
Identifying matters for consultation with experienced engagement team members