Session 3: The Future of Auditing: AI Use Cases, Skills, and Best Practices
The Future of Auditing: AI Use Cases, Skills, and Best Practices" will explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the auditing profession. In this session, Dr Eva Peggy Best will delve into various AI use cases, showcasing practical applications that show how AI can be used for internal audit processes or audits. Further, recognising the need for continuous learning, the session will explore AI upskilling for auditors, highlighting ideas for training programs and resources to equip professionals with necessary skills. Finally, the presentation will highlight key lessons learned and conclude with insights into the evolving role of AI, offering a forward-looking perspective on what the future may hold for the auditing profession.

Dr. Eva Peggy Best Head of Corporate Audit Region Asia South and Australia BMW Group Asia
Dr. Eva Peggy Best is Head of Corporate Audit for BMW Region Asia South and Australia and has over 15 years of experience in internal audit, corporate governance, and internal controls. Previously, she was Head of Corporate Audit of BMW Italy. She gained valuable work experience in her early career as an IT Project Manager.
Eva holds a PhD in Computer Science from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), a Diploma in Computer Science (TUM), and a degree in International Management (Germany’s State Distance-Learning University Hagen), as well as the designations of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors.
In her current role, she leverages AI technologies to enhance audit processes, improve data analysis, and increase the efficiency of internal controls. Since 2023, she participates in the German Institute of Internal Auditors (DIIR) Task Force on sustainability/ESG topics.
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