Newell Brands puts internal audit at the heart of AI adoption

Newell Brands Inc. is placing its internal audit team at the center of its AI adoption, with auditors combining governance responsibilities and process optimization to help the business weigh controls as automation advances, according to Keri Tracy, the company's vice president. The approach is aimed at determining how quickly to automate business processes as AI takes on work requiring clear controls and accountability, SiliconANGLE reported on September 15, 2026.