Global Audit Analytics Exchange (GAAX)

Connecting audit professionals worldwide through cutting-edge analytics and data insights

GAAX is a premier platform for audit professionals to share knowledge, learn advanced analytics techniques, and stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving field of audit analytics. Join our community of experts as we explore the latest tools, methodologies, and best practices in audit data analysis.

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Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Audit Analytics Tools, Claude, and Visual Audit Analytics Updates

Global Audit Analytics Exchange (GAAX)

Wednesday, June 3, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time

We are pleased to announce our next Global Audit Analytics Exchange virtual meeting. This session brings together three focused conversations designed to help audit professionals navigate the evolving audit analytics landscape.

The event is complimentary, and a 2-hour participation certificate will be provided to all registrants.

Agenda

  • Session 1 - Using Claude as an Audit Analytic Tool (John MacRae, Decision Point Advisors)
    A balanced perspective on where Claude adds value in scripting, reporting, and risk assessment, plus practical guidance for managing accuracy, confidentiality, and AI overreliance risks.
  • Session 2 - Audit Analytics Tools Landscape (Roundtable Discussion with Mike Pretorius, Thomas Steeves, and John MacRae. We are also pleased to welcome guest speakers Angela Kroboth (Next Step Data Insights) and Mauricio Imenez (Grupo Bimbo).)

    A facilitated discussion comparing ACL/HighBond, IDEA, Arbutus, AI-assisted tools, scripting environments, and Excel, with focus on capabilities, practical fit, and real-world trade-offs.
  • Session 3 - Visual Audit Analytics: Latest Updates (Mike Pretorius)
    A short walkthrough of recent enhancements to his Visual Audit Analytics application and how they can be applied in everyday audit work.
Virtual meeting
Free
Participation certificate (2 hours)

No analytics experience required. Feel free to forward this invitation to colleagues who would benefit from joining our community. For copies of previous sessions, visit our Previous Events section.

For questions, contact:

Thomas Steeves (thomas@dpadvisors.ca) Mike Pretorius (mike@dpadvisors.ca)

Meet Our Founders

In 2019, Thomas and Mike started a small meet-up for ACL Analytics users in Vancouver. The idea was simple: swap tips, scripts, and shortcuts that make audits faster and better. As the community expanded and new tools emerged, the group evolved into GAAX—the Global Audit Analytics Exchange—where we explore the full audit analytics toolkit, from ACL to whatever helps get the job done.

Mike Pretorius

Mike Pretorius

Co-Founder

Mike uses his background in financial auditing, coupled with an understanding of IT systems and data structures to help organizations turn their data into business intelligence through data analysis techniques. Mike has earned his ACDA (ACL Certified Data Analyst) and CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) designations. He is a Past-President of the Vancouver Chapter of ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association). .

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Thomas Steeves

Thomas Steeves

Co-Founder

ACDA, ACCIS, HighBond certified professional with over twenty (25) years applied experience in technical programming, analytics development, Diligent (ACL) Analytics, Analytics Exchange, HighBond ACL Robotics configuration, Power BI, and QlikView development.

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