Digital authentication is part of a control system. It should support a known, authorised action—not become a shortcut around review and recordkeeping.
What to understand
Keep credential custody separate from document preparation where possible. Record who is authorised, what was approved, and which entity/period the action concerns.
A simple working method
Before submission, match the final document against the reviewer-approved version. This avoids a last-minute change being authenticated without the same review.
Keep the control
Store acknowledgement, submitted copy, and approval record together. If an issue appears later, the firm can reconstruct the exact action.
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Official sources
Reviewed 12 July 2026. These links are included so the underlying authority can be checked directly.