The DPP support to the Audit practice is also accomplished by assisting in communications with the client in certain situations on engagement-related issues, developing and disseminating topic-specific guidance on emerging technical and professional issues, and consulting on and assisting with firm and individual issues pertaining to compliance with regulatory and professional standards, independence rules, and regulations. Through liaisons with the Israel Securities Authority, as well as active participation in the standards-setting processes at the Israel Accounting Standards Board, and other similar organizations, DPP professionals develop and represent KPMG Somekh Chaikin’s positions on current topics being addressed by regulatory and other standard-setting bodies.