• Search in Protiviti.com

Blog library

A collection of Protiviti blogs. 

No Audio
⏸

Blogs

July 21, 2026
6 min read

AI Data Centres and the First Mile Infrastructure Fallacy

The artificial intelligence (AI) technology race has triggered the dispensation of capital not seen since the widespread adoption of the internet. As AI data centres drive unprecedented demand for electricity, the ability to build and modernise power infrastructure is emerging as a critical bottleneck to keeping pace with that demand.
Read More
How Microsoft Copilot Can Supercharge Internal Audit
June 13, 2025
These days, it’s easy to get caught up in the routine of risk assessments, planning, fieldwork, and reporting during the audit lifecycle. Microsoft’s Copilot for M365 is changing the game for internal audit teams across Australia. By automating repetitive tasks, enhancing analysis, and simplifying documentation, Copilot not only saves time but also helps organisations uncover deeper insights and achieve better audit…
EU Omnibus: Are You On or Off? A Brief Guide for Perplexed Companies
April 17, 2025
Many companies are confused following the release of the EU Omnibus proposals, asking whether to stop, start or continue their sustainability reporting preparations. We break down the tasks in this blog, taking consideration of current and proposed status.
CFOs Must Be the Voice of Reason Amid Tariff Turmoil
April 14, 2025
The CFO’s thoughtful, fact-rooted reaction and action to tariffs can stand out in contrast to what may appear to be drama day-trading by many (or even most) others who track tariff activity as a process story.
CFOs’ Risk Outlook—The Economy, Cyber and Talent Are Top Concerns
March 26, 2025
Economic conditions and inflationary pressures, followed by cyber threats and rising labour costs, are the top near-term concerns for finance chiefs, according to the 2025 Executive Perspectives on Top Risks global survey.
IAASB’s ISSA 5000 Sets the Global Standard for Sustainability Assurance
March 19, 2025
The International Standard on Sustainability Assurance, or ISSA 5000, developed by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) in late 2024, is widely expected to be the global benchmark for sustainability assurance, influencing the future of sustainability audits. As regulatory mandates for sustainability reporting increase, organisations seeking to enhance the credibility of their reports are…
New Top Risks Survey — The Economy, Talent and Cyber Dominate Concerns for Boards and Executives
March 7, 2025
The economy, talent and cyber threats represent the most pressing risk issues organisations face over both the near- and long-term, with artificial intelligence (AI) concerns lurking as well. Yet board members and executives view their organisations as more resilient and better prepared to manage through change. 
Accelerating Action: Empowering Women and Driving Equity at Protiviti
March 6, 2025
International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 is not just a celebration—it’s a call to action. This year’s theme Accelerating Action underscores the urgency to take swift and decisive action towards gender equality. 
AI in HR: What it’s doing for, and to, humans in the people function
February 28, 2025
HR functions will play a key role in overseeing AI usage throughout the organisation. This responsibility has huge ramifications for HR professionals and nearly all of the functional pillars within HR.
Privacy Compliance: The Role of Digital Identity
February 28, 2025
Driven by stringent global privacy regulations, consumer privacy and security are top of mind for technology executives. Compliance with these regulations requires organisations to think through their approach to collecting, securing, managing access to, and deleting customer data.
Leveraging FinOps in Private Equity
February 28, 2025
FinOps provides organisations with a strategic framework for optimising cloud costs while fueling growth initiatives. By adopting FinOps principles and practices, private equity firms can align cloud spending with growth and margin objectives, set tangible spend goals and maximise ROI and drive operational efficiency.
Loading...