2. Efficiency and quality: BDO’s Audit toolkit will benefit from the next generation of the network’s bespoke Audit Process Tool (APT). Through the introduction of new technology, this scalable worldwide tool will now be capable of streamlining and focusing the audit process in even more ways for BDO professionals and their clients. In addition, the integration of BDO’s data analytics tool, BDO Advantage, powered by Microsoft Azure and services such as Cortana Intelligence Suite, will further enrich the audit experience, enabling BDO professionals to better understand and respond to risks. Through deeper analysis of internal and external data, BDO can leverage this understanding to provide additional insights and automation efficiencies to clients.