HLB announces strategic partnership with Platformed to automate IT audits with AI

LONDON – HLB, the global network of independent advisory and accounting firms, is pleased to announce a new strategic technology partnership with Platformed, the AI agent purpose-built for risk-based IT audits.

Platformed joins HLB as an Affinity Partner, expanding the network’s ecosystem of leading technology resources. Member firms across HLB’s network will gain access to Platformed’s advanced AI audit workflows, supporting the network’s continued modernisation of IT audit processes.

Platformed supports both generalist audit teams working with non-complex entities and specialist IT auditors delivering assurance in highly complex, high-risk environments. The solution combines intelligent data intake, automated control evaluation, client complexity scoring, and real-time collaboration to simplify even the most demanding audit environments.

HLB’s Affinity Partner Programme works to accelerate the network’s digital transformation and growth. It supports HLB’s strategic aims and enhances its proposition by developing deep, long-lasting relationships with software vendors, institutes & associations, and strategic partners.

Amy Spillard, Head of Technology Partnerships at HLB International, said:

“At HLB, we continually strive to empower our member firms with innovative solutions that improve quality and efficiency. Partnering with Platformed enables us to bring advanced, AI-driven IT audit capabilities to our network, streamlining complex compliance tasks and reinforcing our commitment to excellence.”

“This collaboration represents a significant step forward in ensuring our firms can deliver the best outcomes for their clients while staying ahead in today’s evolving regulatory landscape.”

James Evans, CRO and Founder at Platformed said:

“We’re thrilled to be joining the HLB network and deepening our commitment to the audit sector. Our work with innovative firms like Menzies LLP has already shown the transformative impact Platformed can have – improving audit consistency, delivering additional value to clients and automating away manual workloads.

By partnering with HLB, we see an amazing opportunity to expand this value globally and to extend beyond IT to the full breadth of audit, to allow HLB member firms and their clients to realise the benefits that AI offers. We’re excited about what we can build together.”

Notes to Editor

For further information, please email Callahan Hager, HLB’s Marketing Communications Manager: [email protected].

About Platformed’s IT Audit Solution

Platformed is an AI agent designed specifically for risk-based IT audits, including compliance with ISA 315. It automates data collection, client classification, and preliminary risk and control assessments, helping auditors pinpoint key IT risks that impact financial reporting with precision and speed. Its standardized workflows guide teams from intake through reporting, while exportable evidence packs ensure robust documentation and audit file readiness.

Key capabilities include:

• Automated Control Assessment - Platformed’s AI agent assesses controls automatically with full evidence trail to data room sources
• Automated Risk Assessment - Platformed’s AI agent identifies and scores risks against standard or bespoke risk frameworks, providing a full narrative and evidence to support auditor review
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Auditors and managers can review, comment, amend and approve findings within the platform, maintaining a clear audit trail
• Exportable Reports - Standard and bespoke reports can be viewed, downloaded or shared via API to cover every use case from presenting results to clients to storing working papers
• Evidence Collection - Evidence can be collected via customizable questionnaires and via integrations with internal or external systems

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