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17/04/2026

RESTAURANT BUSINESS: HOW TO AUDIT A RESTAURANT AS AN ACCOUNTANT OR INTERNAL AUDITOR

An internal auditor has just resumed at TasteVille Restaurant and Lounge, a busy restaurant in Lagos that sells local dishes, continental meals, pastries, drinks, cocktails, and offers outdoor catering and food delivery. The business has never been audited before, making him the pioneer auditor. He has been instructed to identify and block all financial, stock, and operational leakages.

Dear Stuch,
What do you advise?

Here is our answer:

First, congratulations to him. Since the goal is to uncover and block leakages, here is what to do:

1. UNDERSTAND HOW THE RESTAURANT OPERATES

Know the workflow from food purchase to service delivery.

Understand the following:

Services offered: dine-in, takeout, delivery, catering, bar service.

Revenue sources: food sales, drinks and cocktails, pastries, service charges, catering fees.

Materials handled: raw food, ingredients, drinks, gas, utensils, consumables.

Operational steps: food purchase, storage, preparation, serving, billing, cash collection.

Record keeping: store sheets, recipe costing, kitchen logs, sales register, POS reports.

Staff roles: chef, kitchen assistants, cashiers, waiters, storekeeper, bar staff, cleaners

2. IDENTIFY WHERE MONEY AND STOCK CAN LEAK

Common leakage points:

Unrecorded food sales
Waiters collecting cash without recording
Kitchen wastage not reported
Over-portioning food
Free food and unauthorized discounts
Diversion of raw materials
Fake supplier invoices
Stock not matching sales
POS manipulation
Free drinks from the bar
Gas usage inflation
Unapproved staff meals

Ask:

Are raw materials measured and issued properly?
Are kitchen production sheets reconciled with sales?
Are free meals and discounts approved?
Are cash and POS collections balanced daily?
Are drinks and bar items properly tracked?
Are supplier deliveries verified?

3. FOOD PRODUCTION AND KITCHEN AUDIT

Steps:

Review recipe standards and portion controls
Match daily food production to sales
Check kitchen wastage logs and explanations
Inspect storage conditions for perishables
Verify that kitchen requisitions match store issues

Risk Indicators:

Excessive wastage
Missing items from the store
Food produced but not recorded
Kitchen staff issuing food without authorization

Outcomes:

Better food costing
Reduced wastage and theft
Accurate pricing
Improved kitchen efficiency

4. INVENTORY AND STORE AUDIT

Steps:

Count raw materials, drinks, perishables, and consumables
Match store issues with kitchen production
Verify supplier invoices and quantities delivered
Review expiry dates and storage temperatures
Audit bar inventory and movement

Risk Indicators:

Stock shortages
Diversion of raw food and drinks
Fake write-offs
Supplier overbilling
Unexplained usage spikes

Outcomes:

Better inventory control
Reduced theft and spoilage
Stronger supplier management
Accurate restocking

5. CASH COLLECTION AND SALES AUDIT

Steps:

Check sales register against POS and receipt records
Match cash received to recorded sales
Audit delivery payments and rider remittances
Review discounts, refunds, and complimentary items
Reconcile end-of-day sales with kitchen output

Risk Indicators:

Cash not deposited
Unrecorded sales
POS shortages
Fake refunds
Unauthorized discounts

Outcomes:

Cleaner sales reporting
Higher revenue accuracy
Improved cash flow
Reduced fraud

6. PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLIER AUDIT

Steps:

Verify purchases for food items, drinks, gas, and consumables
Match purchase orders with invoices
Check delivery notes and quantities
Validate supplier authenticity and pricing
Review approval process for purchases

Risk Indicators:

Inflated prices
Duplicate invoices
Supplies not delivered but paid for
Unapproved vendor changes

Outcomes:

Reduced procurement fraud
Lower operating cost
Better vendor accountability

7. PAYROLL AND STAFF PERFORMANCE AUDIT

Steps:

Verify actual number of staff
Review attendance and shift logs
Check salaries, allowances, and overtime
Assess waiter performance based on sales
Audit staff meals and benefits

Risk Indicators:

Ghost workers
Inflated overtime
Unauthorized allowances
Poor customer service

Outcomes:

Reduced payroll waste
Higher staff productivity
Better service quality

8. INTERNAL CONTROL REVIEW

Ask:

Are all sales properly recorded?
Is storekeeper issue authorized and tracked?
Are kitchen and bar reconciliations done daily?
Are cash and POS balanced every night?
Are staff meals documented?
Is restaurant management software being used?

Stuch’s Recommendations:

Install restaurant accounting and POS management software
Implement daily food production vs sales reconciliation
Enforce recipe and portion control
Track bar stock strictly
Standardize approvals for purchases, discounts, and staff meals
Train staff on documentation and cash handling

Outcome:

A more transparent, efficient, and profitable restaurant operation.

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17/04/2026

LAW FIRM: HOW TO AUDIT A LAW FIRM BUSINESS AS AN ACCOUNTANT OR INTERNAL AUDITOR

An internal auditor has just resumed at Kokopeli Law Firm, a reputable law firm in Lagos specializing in property law, real estate transactions, and conveyancing services. The firm has never been audited before, making him the pioneer auditor. He has been giving a target to block any loopholes.

Dear Stuch,
What do you advice.

Here is our answer:

First congratulations to him. Since the aim is to identify and block loopholes and loose ends, here is what to do:

1. UNDERSTAND THE NATURE OF THE LAW FIRM OPERATIONS

Before your audit begins, understand exactly how the law firm runs. Every law firm has a unique structure and revenue model.

Know the following:

Type of services: property law, corporate law, conveyancing, litigation
Staff structure: partners, associates, paralegals, support staff
Revenue streams: client retainers, case fees, consultation fees, document processing, escrow handling
Client engagement process: onboarding, billing, case tracking
Record-keeping method: manual files, Excel, legal practice management software

2. IDENTIFY POSSIBLE AREAS WHERE MONEY OR DOCUMENTS CAN LEAK

Common leakage points:

Unbilled client work
Diversion of client funds
Inflated or duplicate vendor invoices
Unrecorded payments from clients
Unauthorized use of firm resources
Incomplete case files or missing documents

Ask:

Are client accounts reconciled regularly?
Is billing tracked per case?
Are retainer funds properly segregated?
Are vendor payments verified?
Is there approval before expenditure?

3. REVENUE AND BILLING AUDIT

Steps:

Review client invoices and receipts
Match billed hours to work done
Check retainers and deposits
Verify collection from all payment channels
Ensure funds are deposited into the firm’s accounts

Risk Indicators:

Clients billed but not recorded
Funds received but not deposited
Duplicate or missing invoices
Unrecorded discounts or write-offs

Outcomes if Risk Indicators are tackled:

Accurate client billing
Better cash flow management
Transparent financial records
Reduced risk of fund misappropriation

4. EXPENSES AND VENDOR PAYMENT AUDIT

Steps:

Review vendor invoices and receipts
Match with purchase or service approvals
Check for duplicate or inflated bills
Verify bank or cash payments against invoices

Risk Indicators:

Unauthorized vendor payments
Duplicate or fake invoices
Payments without approvals
Expenses not matching services rendered

Outcomes if Risk Indicators are tackled:

Reduced risk of financial loss
Better vendor accountability
Improved expense tracking

5. CASH AND BANK RECONCILIATION

Steps:

Reconcile all client trust accounts
Match receipts with bank deposits
Verify petty cash usage
Check transfers and payment settlements

Risk Indicators:

Delayed banking
Missing deposits
Payments going into wrong accounts
Unexplained cash shortages

Outcomes if Risk Indicators are tackled:

Accurate financial statements
Better liquidity control
Zero diversion of funds
Clear and verifiable money trail

6. DOCUMENT AND CASE FILE AUDIT

Steps:

Check that all active and closed cases have complete files
Verify supporting documents for billable hours
Ensure proper filing and storage of legal documents
Check access control for confidential files

Risk Indicators:

Missing or incomplete files
Unauthorized access to documents
Duplicate or misplaced records

Outcomes if Risk Indicators are tackled:

Reliable case records
Reduced risk of legal disputes
Stronger internal control over sensitive documents

7. PAYROLL AND LABOUR AUDIT

Steps:

Compare payroll to actual staff list
Verify salary and benefit payments
Check for ghost employees
Audit overtime and allowances

Risk Indicators:

Ghost staff
Inflated salaries or allowances
Tasks claimed but not performed
Unauthorized overtime

Outcomes if Risk Indicators are tackled:

Reduced payroll expenses
Fair and transparent salary payments
Higher staff accountability

8. INTERNAL CONTROLS REVIEW

Ask:

Are client funds and firm funds segregated?
Are invoices and payments approved before processing?
Is there proper filing and case tracking?
Is there segregation of duties among staff?
Is any legal practice software used for tracking cases and billing?

Stuch’s Recommendations:

Implement accounting and legal practice management software
Train staff on proper record-keeping
Maintain daily billing and case tracking sheets
Ensure approvals before any expenditure
Restrict access to client trust funds and sensitive files

Outcome:

A transparent, accountable, and efficient law firm operation.

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16/04/2026

PRIVATE MEDICAL HOSPITAL: HOW TO AUDIT A PRIVATE HOSPITAL AS AN ACCOUNTANT OR INTERNAL AUDITOR

An internal auditor has just resumed at LifeCare Private Hospital, a medium-sized medical hospital in Lagos that provides outpatient services, inpatient care, laboratory tests, pharmacy services, maternity care, surgeries, diagnostics, and emergency services. The hospital has never been audited before, making him the pioneer auditor. He has been instructed to identify and block all financial, stock, and operational leakages.

Dear Stuch,
What do you advise?

Here is our answer:

First, congratulations to him. Since the goal is to uncover and block leakages, here is what to do:

1. UNDERSTAND HOW THE PRIVATE HOSPITAL OPERATES

Know the workflow from patient registration to discharge and billing.

Understand the following:

Services offered: consultations, lab tests, pharmacy sales, admissions, surgeries, maternity, diagnostics
Revenue sources: consultation fees, lab charges, drug sales, admission fees, theatre charges, insurance claims
Assets handled: drugs, medical supplies, consumables, equipment, beds, cash
Operational steps: patient registration, consultation, treatment, billing, payment, discharge
Record keeping: patient cards, billing sheets, lab registers, pharmacy stock cards, POS reports, software
Staff roles: doctors, nurses, pharmacists, lab scientists, cashiers, records officers, admin staff

2. IDENTIFY WHERE MONEY AND STOCK CAN LEAK

Common leakage points:

Unrecorded consultations
Patients treated without billing
Drugs dispensed without posting to sales
Diversion of drugs and consumables
Fake write-offs for expired drugs
Cash collected but not recorded
Unauthorized discounts
Manipulated insurance claims
Duplicate billing adjustments

Ask:

Are all patients registered before treatment?
Do treatment records match billing records?
Are drugs issued based on prescriptions?
Are cash and POS reconciled daily?
Are insurance claims verified and tracked?
Are expired drugs properly documented?

3. PATIENT BILLING AND REVENUE AUDIT

Steps:

Review patient registration and billing records
Match consultations and procedures to invoices
Verify lab and diagnostic charges
Match payments to patient bills
Review discounts, waivers, and refunds
Audit insurance claims and settlements

Risk Indicators:

Patients treated without bills
Underbilling of services
Cash payments not posted
Unauthorized discounts
Outstanding insurance claims

Outcomes:

Accurate revenue reporting
Reduced revenue leakage
Improved cash flow

4. PHARMACY AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES AUDIT

Steps:

Physically count drugs and consumables
Match stock issues to prescriptions
Verify purchase invoices and quantities
Review expiry dates and write-offs
Audit drug pricing and margins

Risk Indicators:

Drug shortages
Fast-moving drugs without matching sales
Fake expiries
Diversion of drugs
Unapproved price changes

Outcomes:

Better drug control
Reduced theft and wastage
Accurate stock valuation

5. LABORATORY AND DIAGNOSTICS AUDIT

Steps:

Review lab test registers
Match tests conducted with billing
Verify reagent usage against test volume
Audit machine usage and reports
Review outsourced diagnostic services

Risk Indicators:

Tests done but not billed
Reagents finishing too quickly
Manipulated lab reports
Unrecorded diagnostic income

Outcomes:

Accurate lab revenue
Controlled reagent usage
Improved accountability

6. CASH, BANK, AND RECONCILIATION AUDIT

Steps:

Review daily cash collections
Match POS and transfer payments
Check bank deposits
Audit petty cash usage
Review bank reconciliation statements

Risk Indicators:

Cash shortages
Delayed banking
Unreconciled balances
Unauthorized withdrawals

Outcomes:

Cleaner financial records
Stronger cash control
Reduced fraud risk

7. PROCUREMENT AND VENDOR AUDIT

Steps:

Verify purchases of drugs, consumables, equipment
Check supplier invoices and delivery notes
Match payments with approvals
Confirm vendor pricing and quality

Risk Indicators:

Inflated prices
Duplicate invoices
Items paid for but not delivered
Unauthorized vendors

Outcomes:

Reduced procurement fraud
Lower operating costs
Improved vendor accountability

8. PAYROLL AND STAFF AUDIT

Steps:

Verify staff list and roles
Review duty rosters and attendance
Check salaries, allowances, and call-duty payments
Confirm payroll payments
Assess staff productivity

Risk Indicators:

Ghost workers
Inflated allowances
Unauthorized payments
Poor staff utilization

Outcomes:

Reduced payroll leakage
Better staff accountability

9. INTERNAL CONTROL REVIEW

Ask:

Are all patients registered and billed?
Are drugs issued strictly on prescription?
Are cash and POS reconciled daily?
Are stock movements documented?
Is hospital management software being used?

Stuch’s Recommendations:

Install hospital accounting and management software

Automate patient billing and drug inventory

Ensure daily reconciliation of cash and services

Implement strict prescription-to-dispensing control

Standardize approvals for discounts and write-offs

Train staff on documentation and financial controls

Outcome:

A more transparent, efficient, and profitable private hospital.

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16/04/2026

HOW TO AUDIT A FARM BUSINESS AS AN ACCOUNTANT OR INTERNAL AUDITOR..

An internal auditor just resumed at Farmfresh Ltd. An agro farm in Lagos. He needs to audit the farms record. It has never been audited before there by making him a pioneer auditor.

Dear Stuch, What do you advise he do?

Here is our answer:

1. UNDERSTAND THE NATURE OF THE FARM OPERATIONS

Before your audit begins, understand how the farm truly operates. Each farm has its own structure and risk areas.

Know the following:

Type of farm: poultry, fishery, piggery, crop farm, palm oil

Farm size:
number of birds, ponds, hectares, pens, and tools.

Production cycle: grow-out period, harvest cycle, restocking pattern

Revenue streams: eggs, broilers, fish, crops, manure, farmgate sales

Input sources: feed mills, agro dealers, hatcheries

Sales channels: direct buyers, resellers, market women, supermarkets

Record-keeping method: manual sheets, notebooks, Excel, or software

2. IDENTIFY THE POSSIBLE AREAS WHERE MONEY OR STOCK CAN LEAK

Before you start checking documents and operations, identify where losses usually happen.

Common leakage points:

Unrecorded sales
Pilfering of feed, drugs, chemicals, harvested produce
Inflated feed consumption
Unreported deaths
Secret sales by staff
False production numbers
Cash not remitted
Fake or inflated supplier invoices
Store shortages

Ask:
Is daily reporting done?
Is feed measured or guessed?
Are sales receipted?
Is stock-taking done?
Is the owner present or absent?
Is there any structured system?

3. LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION AUDIT
(Poultry, fishery, piggery)

Steps:
Check stocking records.
Verify mortality reports.
Calculate expected closing stock.
Do a physical stock count.
Review production: egg count, weight gain, fish growth.
Verify feed usage.
Trace sales from all channels.
Confirm that no production bypasses records.

Red Flags:
High feed usage with low output
Unusual or unreported mortality
Low egg count despite active layers
Unrecorded sales
Resistance to physical stock count

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
Accurate production numbers
Reduced theft and inflated consumption
Better feed planning and forecasting
Higher yield and improved profitability

4. CROP FARM OPERATIONS AUDIT
(Cassava, maize, vegetables, plantain)

Steps:
Review planting records.
Verify fertilizer and chemical usage.
Check harvesting records.
Compare expected yield with actual.
Review storage and sales movement.

Red Flags:
Produce missing before storage
Inflated chemical or fertilizer use
Incomplete harvest reporting
Labour expenses not matching fieldwork

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
Higher harvest yield
Reduced cost wastage
Better budgeting per season
Improved accuracy in harvest and sales figures

5. FEED, INPUTS, AND SUPPLY AUDIT

Steps:
Review feed purchases and supplier invoices.
Match with store entries.
Verify feed consumption per cycle.
Check drug and vaccine usage.
Compare supplier prices and quantities.

Red Flags:
Missing or suspicious invoices
Feed finishing too fast
Suppliers changed without approval
Drugs purchased but not used

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
Lower theft and wastage
Consistent production quality
Reduced mortality
Better supplier accountability

6. SALES AND CASH COLLECTION AUDIT

Steps:
Review daily sales sheets.
Match with cash and bank deposits.
Verify POS and transfer settlements.
Match quantities sold to production.
Ensure payments go into the farm’s account.

Red Flags:
Cash not deposited
Missing POS settlements
Sales diverted to personal accounts
Unexplained refunds

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
More accurate revenue reporting
Improved cash flow
Zero loss from diverted payments
Stronger financial transparency

7. LABOUR AND PAYROLL AUDIT

Steps:
Compare payroll with actual workers.
Verify salary payments.
Confirm labourers used for major tasks.
Audit contract labour expenses.

Red Flags:
Ghost workers
Double payments
Inflated labour charges
Tasks documented but not performed

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
Reduced wage expenses
Fair and transparent payroll
Higher labour productivity
Clean and traceable labour records

8. STOCK AND INVENTORY AUDIT

Audit inputs like feed, fertilizers, drugs, tools, and harvested produce.

Steps:
Conduct a physical count.
Match with store records.
Check expiry and damages.
Match withdrawals with production units.

Red Flags:
No stock cards
Unexplained shortages
Inputs taken home by staff
Big gaps between book and physical stock

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
Reliable stock records
Lower wastage and theft
Better purchase planning
Higher operational efficiency

9. CASH AND BANK RECONCILIATION

Match all income with:

Bank deposits
Transfers
POS settlements
Cash in hand

Red Flags:
Delayed banking
Missing POS funds
Cash shortages
Payments going into wrong accounts

Outcomes if Red Flags are tackled:
Accurate financial statements
Better liquidity
Zero diversion of funds
Clear and verifiable money trail

10. REVIEW OF INTERNAL CONTROLS

Ask:
Are daily production sheets prepared and signed?
Is stock counted regularly?
Is feed usage tracked?
Are sales documented?
Is there segregation of duties?
Is any digital tool used?

Stuch's Recommendations:

Get an Accounting software installed
Train staff on how to use the software
Train staff on proper record keeping

Also, you can:

Use daily movement sheets
Implement stock cards
Document every sale
Use weighing scales
Install CCTV in store and sales areas

Outcome:
A transparent, accountable, and profitable farm operation.

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16/04/2026

HOTEL BUSINESS: HOW TO AUDIT A HOTEL AS AN ACCOUNTANT OR INTERNAL AUDITOR

An internal auditor has just resumed at Skyline Grand Hotel, a 5-star luxury hotel in Lagos offering accommodation, fine dining, conference facilities, event hosting, and a rooftop lounge. The hotel has never been audited before, making him the pioneer internal auditor. He has been given a target to identify and block all loopholes.

Dear Stuch,
What do you advise?

Here is our answer:

First, congratulations to him. Since the aim is to uncover and block loopholes and leakages, here is a guide on what to do (Caveat: This doesnt over rule the need to hire an auditor, where necessary if you are just an accountant):

1. UNDERSTAND THE HOTEL OPERATIONS

Before your audit begins, you must understand how the hotel operates. Hotels have multiple income points, and each can leak money if not properly monitored.

Know the following:

Accommodation process: booking, check-in, check-out
Food and beverage operations
Conference and event hosting
Bar and lounge operations
Room service workflow
POS usage and front desk billing
Guest billing and settlement process
Staff structure: reception, kitchen, bar, housekeeping, admin, accounts

2. IDENTIFY WHERE MONEY AND RESOURCES CAN LEAK

Common leakage points:

Unrecorded room bookings
Unissued receipts
Diversion of cash by front desk or bar staff
Fake discounts or unauthorized complimentary rooms
Inflated vendor invoices
Unrecorded restaurant and bar sales
Unauthorized use of hotel inventory (food, drinks, linen)

Ask:

Are all bookings properly entered?
Are POS reports matching sales?
Are bar and restaurant sales monitored?
Are discounts approved?
Is stock regularly counted?

3. REVENUE AND FRONT DESK AUDIT

Steps:

Review all room bookings against occupancy
Check POS reports for each department
Match guest bills with payments
Verify that all cash received was deposited
Check for complimentary rooms and verify approvals

Risk Indicators:

Rooms sold but not recorded
Cash collected but not deposited
Unapproved discounts
Mismatch between POS records and cash

Outcomes:

Accurate revenue reporting
Better cash control
Reduced diversion of funds
Transparent financial records

4. FOOD, BAR, AND RESTAURANT AUDIT

Steps:

Review kitchen production sheets
Match bar and restaurant sales with POS reports
Verify stock usage against sales
Check daily cashouts and deposits
Audit complimentary meals and drinks

Risk Indicators:

Unrecorded sales
Inflated stock usage
Unauthorized free items
Sales recorded as discounts or voids

Outcomes:

Better profit margins
Reduced wastage and theft
Stronger stock control

5. HOUSEKEEPING AND INVENTORY AUDIT

Steps:

Check room cleaning records
Verify linen and amenity usage
Review inventory and store records
Match issues with consumption patterns

Risk Indicators:

Missing linen and amenities
Inventory not tallying
Over-issuance of items
Unauthorized room access

Outcomes:

Reduced wastage
Proper inventory accountability
Better operational efficiency

6. EXPENSES AND VENDOR PAYMENT AUDIT

Steps:

Review vendor invoices
Match with approvals and delivery notes
Verify payments made through the bank
Check for duplicate or inflated invoices

Risk Indicators:

Unauthorized vendor payments
Fake invoices
Inflated bills
Payments not linked to actual supplies

Outcomes:

Better expense control
Reduced risk of fraud
Improved vendor accountability

7. CASH AND BANK RECONCILIATION

Steps:

Reconcile daily sales to bank deposits
Verify petty cash usage
Check for missing deposits
Review transfers and settlements

Risk Indicators:

Delayed banking
Cash shortages
Deposits going to wrong accounts
Unexplained discrepancies

Outcomes:

Accurate financial statements
Better liquidity control
Zero cash diversion

8. STAFF, PAYROLL, AND LABOUR AUDIT

Steps:

Verify actual staff list
Check overtime and shift claims
Review payroll reports
Assess departmental staffing levels

Risk Indicators:

Ghost workers
Inflated overtime
Unapproved allowances
Fake shift records

Outcomes:

Reduced payroll costs
Better staff accountability
Transparent salary payments

9. INTERNAL CONTROLS REVIEW

Ask:

Is there proper segregation of duties?
Are discounts and complimentary items approved?
Are daily sales reports reviewed?
Is inventory checked regularly?
Is accounting software used for billing and reporting?

Stuch’s Recommendations:

Install proper accounting and hotel management software
Train staff on daily reconciliation
Enforce approvals before discounts
Restrict cash handling
Monitor daily sales, occupancy, and stock movement

Outcome:

A more transparent, profitable, and well-controlled hotel business.

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✅️Management reports with real-time insights
✅️Staff training on how to use the system

Price: N220,000 (for one user access)

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Stuch Accounting Services

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Stuch Accounting Services

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