Internal audit: insight, improvement and assurance
An internal audit is mandatory within various certification standards. But above all, it is a powerful tool for improving your organization. With an internal audit you evaluate the effectiveness of processes and gain timely insight into risks and bottlenecks.
By identifying problems early on, you can prevent deviations and incidents. Our specialists will help you with a fresh and objective view.
This is how we perform internal audits for you
An internal audit is an investigation within your organization into the proper and reliable functioning of the management and quality system. We test whether your system meets the requirements of customers, laws and regulations and relevant standards.
You can contact us for different types of internal audits:
- We audit the entire system or a specific component.
- We audit against a food safety standard or your own quality system
- We perform announced and unannounced audits
- We supervise or perform the entire audit for you
This way the audit is always in line with your situation and objectives.
Strong and manageable processes
Outsourcing an internal audit provides new insights. An independent auditor often sees things that are less likely to be noticed internally. We work with you to convert these insights into concrete improvements.
What this gives you:
- You gain objective insight into the functioning of processes.
- You identify risks before they lead to deviations
- You will be better prepared for external audits
- You will discover opportunities to improve processes
- You have quick insight into risks and hazards
Experienced auditors
Our auditors have extensive experience with standards such as HACCP, BRCGS, FSSC 22000 and IFS. They are aware of the latest requirements set by (international) buyers. In addition, we have auditors who have followed a Lead Assessor Course.
During audits, our specialists work completely objectively. This allows them to quickly identify weaker process links, risks and dangers. Based on their findings, they propose targeted improvement opportunities.
Remote audits
In addition to on-site audits, we also perform remote audits. A remote audit takes place remotely, without the content differing from an on-site audit. This saves travel time and allows audits to be conducted quickly and efficiently.
The audit takes place via a digital environment and with the help of audiovisual means. The auditor evaluates the management system objectively and according to the guidelines described in ISO 19011.
Unannounced audits
Unannounced audits are also increasingly becoming part of supervision. An unannounced internal audit prepares you well for external audits. In advance, we agree together on the period and number of hours the audit can take place.
Frequently asked questions about internal audits
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An internal audit is an independent examination of the functioning of processes and the quality management system within an organization.
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Many certification standards require periodic internal audits to demonstrate compliance with their requirements.
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An external auditor looks objectively and reveals new insights and areas for improvement.
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An internal audit is conducted for self-evaluation and improvement. An external audit is for certification or oversight.
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Yes. Remote audits are permitted and described in ISO 19011, provided they are conducted carefully and objectively.