A useful internal audit tests what actually happens in your organization—processes, responsibilities, records and control effectiveness.
Scope, audit criteria, independence and reporting arrangements are agreed to match the engagement.
Sample relevant processes and evidence against defined ISO criteria.
Compare present arrangements with a selected standard before implementation or recertification.
Evaluate supplier processes, operational controls and contract-specific requirements.
Check corrective action progress, records and outstanding issues before external assessment.
Findings should be clear enough for management to act.
Confirm objectives, scope, criteria, process owners and sampling.
Interview personnel, examine records and observe relevant activities.
State evidence-based findings and follow up corrective action as agreed.
These internal audit and consultancy services should not be confused with independent third-party certification audits or certification decisions.
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