ADDING VALUE BEYOND THE AUDIT ENGAGEMENT
by Neil Maxwell
As internal and external performance audit functions mature, a significant shift is underway. The traditional focus on simply providing assurance is expanding to embrace a more proactive role in adding value. A recent example is the 2025 IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, which position internal audit as a strategic partner dedicated to delivering insight, foresight, and oversight—a powerful evolution beyond simply providing assurance.
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