Grant Thornton AI Advisory

Grant Thornton AI Advisory represents the artificial intelligence governance and advisory practice of Grant Thornton, one of the world's leading mid-tier professional services organizations. With member firms in over 140 countries and more than 73,000 professionals, Grant Thornton provides a practical and mid-market-focused approach to AI governance and assurance that balances rigor with accessibility. The firm has been developing its AI advisory capabilities to meet the growing demand from mid-market organizations that recognize the need for AI governance but may find Big Four engagements prohibitively expensive or disproportionate to their needs. Grant Thornton's AI advisory services cover AI governance framework design, risk assessment and mitigation, regulatory compliance readiness, algorithmic audit and validation, ethical AI program development, and ongoing monitoring and reporting. The firm takes a practical, outcomes-focused approach that emphasizes helping organizations build sustainable AI governance capabilities rather than creating dependency on external consultants. This philosophy aligns well with the needs of mid-market organizations that need to develop internal AI governance competencies alongside external assurance. The firm's sector expertise includes financial services, healthcare, not-for-profit, government, and technology, with advisory services tailored to the specific regulatory and operational context of each sector. Grant Thornton leverages its established capabilities in technology risk, internal audit, and regulatory advisory to provide AI governance services that are grounded in proven audit methodologies while addressing the unique challenges of AI systems. The firm also provides AI-related advisory in the context of digital transformation engagements, helping organizations build governance into their AI adoption strategies from the outset. Grant Thornton's AI advisory services target mid-market to upper-mid-market organizations, providing a more affordable and pragmatic alternative to Big Four AI assurance engagements. The firm's approach is well-suited to organizations that are in the earlier stages of AI adoption and need practical guidance on building governance foundations. While Grant Thornton has a smaller AI-specialized team and less AI-specific thought leadership than the Big Four, its mid-market focus, practical approach, and more accessible pricing make it a strong option for organizations seeking credible AI governance advisory without the overhead of a Big Four engagement.