IIA Netherlands Congress 2025: Internal Audit Shifts from AI Awareness to Practical Application

The IIA Netherlands Congress 2025 highlighted a significant evolution in internal audit's approach to AI, moving beyond theoretical understanding to practical implementation. Key discussions emphasized AI's role in enhancing efficiency, influencing strategic decision-making, and necessitating a proactive, advisory stance from auditors. This shift underscores the urgent need for audit professionals to develop AI literacy, experiment with new tools, and reposition themselves as strategic advisors to remain relevant in a rapidly changing technological landscape.