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The next challenge in ICFR: Preparing for auditor rotation in the UAE insurance sector
2025 ICFR Benchmark Survey for UAE insurance sector: universal ICFR adoption, auditor rotation mandate, third-party risk management, resource gaps, spreadsheet reliance, and practical steps for audit readiness. Data-driven insights and roadmap for resilience from Grant Thornton UAE.
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Thriving through disruption
Disruption is now a constant in global business. This article from Grant Thornton examines how mid-market firms can thrive by building resilience, investing in technology, and adapting supply chains—turning instability into a competitive advantage.
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Sustainability: A team sport that needs a captain
Sustainability is a team sport, but more and more companies in face of increasing regulatory compliance and stakeholder expectations are looking for someone to be the captain. While passion for the subject is often a common attribute of people in these roles, more traditional skills are equally if not more important for successful integration of sustainability into business as usual. Here we take a look at a selection of the components that can help make this role a success.
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Sector focus - F&B October 2025
We are pleased to present our latest F&B Sector Focus, designed to provide valuable insights for our clients and the wider F&B community in the region. Our team regularly publishes sector-focused editions, sharing our perspectives on the MENA F&B landscape, with a particular emphasis on the UAE.
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Transition from ‘black box’ to ‘glass box’: The AI governance framework for UAE leaders
This article outlines a strategic AI governance framework for UAE organizations, supporting the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031. It addresses the “black box” problem in AI decision-making and proposes a shift to transparent “glass box” systems. Key components include data integrity, explainable AI (XAI), human-in-the-loop accountability, and continuous auditing aligned with standards like ISO 42001 and NIST AI RMF. The article also explores quantum risks and offers practical steps for future-proofing AI governance. Grant Thornton UAE provides tailored support to help UAE enterprises lead in ethical, compliant AI adoption.
