Utilising the results and details from previous audits can greatly aid in conducting current audits. This allows the auditor to review past results, recognise trends, and systematically track deficiencies. Direct Access to Identified Deficiencies Direct access to deficiencies identified in the last audit enables the auditor to quickly understa...

The documentation of an audit includes recording results, identifying defects, and communicating recommendations for rectifying these defects. To enable swift and effective implementation of measures, auditors must receive the best support during the documentation process. Catalogue of Measures with Text Modules Using text modules from a catal...

After an audit, a comprehensive report is created, summarising the findings and recommendations of the auditor. This report often requires signatures from one or more individuals to validate its contents. In some cases, additional review processes, such as a dual-check system, may be necessary. Comprehensive Evaluation At the end of an audit, a rep...

The term 'audit' originates from the Latin audire, meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen', indicating that the auditor's focus should be on what they find and need to assess on-site. Utilising visual aids and clear evaluation criteria can significantly improve this process. Visual Components in Evaluation Using visual components such as colour codes (the...

After completing an audit, it's important to examine the overall evaluation based on the professional judgment of the auditor. Completeness Check: Ensuring Reliability Ensuring the completeness of an audit is vital for its effectiveness. For instance, in a retail company's safety audit, it's essential to check if all mandatory questions, such ...

Audits are crucial for helping businesses and organisations enhance their processes and systems. Key aspects such as linking audit findings to specific products, documenting defects related to on-site equipment, and updating additional data are vital for making audit results understandable and comparable, thus improving the implementation of r...

Data and documentation are the backbone of all organisational processes. This is no longer a revolutionary thought. This is why it is surprising that many organisations in the food industry, large and small alike, aren't making much progress when it comes to modernising their data management and documentation strategies, especially for performing a...

Data that sets the audit in the right context, as well as information on previous audit results, should be available at the start of the audit and, if necessary, can be supplemented by the auditor. On-Site Addition of Contextual Data The ability to add additional contextual data on-site during an audit, such as the title, involved employees, or pro...

An audit is a systematic and independent examination conducted to verify the accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of information, as well as adherence to rules, laws, and standards. When deviations or defects are identified, they are assessed and documented, and appropriate corrective actions are recommended. Direct Assignment of Respon...

The evaluation of an audit is based on the expertise of the auditor. However, individual assessments can contain inaccuracies, making independent comparisons challenging. Depending on the chosen evaluation rule, i.e. the rating calculation model, these inaccuracies can be reduced or eliminated, leading to more transparent, objective, and compa...