Artificial intelligence and analytics in general are shifting the focus and tools of audit. The Digital University participants are offering product and process innovations based on weaving together their professional expertise and new analytics skills. Yet, however strong these ideas are, these projects cannot succeed without leadership support. As the Digital University participants present their projects and consider next steps, your leadership begins to play an even greater role in the success of these ideas.  Sponsors, champions, and innovation strategy leaders are all part of the broader innovation ecosystem. This is an opportunity to consider your role for these and future projects.