Webinar Description
Key Takeaways
- Explores the integration of autonomous testing in audit processes following Optro’s acquisition of Midship
- Examines the role of agentic AI in streamlining paperwork and attribute testing for unstructured evidence
- Highlights the evolving balance between AI-driven execution and human expertise in risk synthesis
- Offers practical guidance on reallocating audit resources toward high-impact risk management
- Provides 1 CPE credit for live participation
As the volume and complexity of business data continue to accelerate, traditional manual testing methods are struggling to keep up. In response, Optro’s recent acquisition of Midship signals a shift toward autonomous testing and AI-driven audit solutions. This session brings together industry leaders to discuss how these advancements are reshaping the audit landscape and enabling organizations to move quickly while maintaining robust control.
Industry Context: The Need for Speed and Control in Audit
Audit teams are under increasing pressure to deliver timely, accurate insights in an environment where data is both abundant and unstructured. Manual processes, once the backbone of assurance, now risk becoming bottlenecks. The integration of agentic AI and autonomous workflows offers a path forward, allowing organizations to automate routine testing and focus human expertise on complex, high-value risk analysis.
Session Focus: Autonomous Testing and Agentic AI
This session, featuring Kieran Taylor, CEO of Midship, delves into how autonomous testing is transforming audit operations. The discussion centers on the practical application of agentic AI—technology capable of handling paperwork preparation and attribute testing for unstructured evidence. By automating these labor-intensive tasks, audit teams can reallocate their capacity toward strategic risk management and decision-making.
Balancing AI and Human Judgment
One of the central themes is the distinction between closed world and open world problems in audit. While AI excels at executing defined, repeatable tasks, human auditors remain essential for synthesizing risk in ambiguous or evolving scenarios. The session provides a framework for identifying where to invest in automation today and how to position internal audit as a strategic differentiator for the future.
Professional Development and CPE Credit
Participants who attend the live session are eligible to earn one CPE credit in the field of auditing. The webinar is delivered in a group internet-based format and is designed for professionals at the basic level seeking to understand the latest trends and technologies in audit, risk, and compliance.
About the Optro Webinar Series
The Optro Webinar Series brings together industry experts to discuss emerging trends and operational challenges in audit, risk, and compliance. Each session is crafted to provide actionable insights and practical strategies for elevating organizational performance in a rapidly changing environment.