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Responding to Changes | Updating the Audit Schedule

One of the challenges in audit planning is the dynamic nature of business, including changes related to partners and suppliers. Such changes may necessitate the rescheduling of planned audits. Additionally, the personal availability of auditors can change and must be factored into the planning. To manage these challenges effectively, it's crucial to regularly review and adjust the audit schedule.

Automatic Post-Audit Update

A key solution is the automation of updating the audit schedule as soon as an audit is completed. This rolling planning approach ensures consistent conducting of audits and that all relevant aspects are considered. For instance, in a food production facility, following the completion of a hygiene audit, the schedule could be automatically updated for the next audit, ensuring a continuous review process.

Flexible and continuously updated audit planning ensures efficient execution and quality assurance despite dynamic business and market changes.

Synchronisation with the Auditor's Calendar

Integrating the audit schedule with the auditor's personal calendar is another vital element. This prevents scheduling conflicts and enhances efficiency. In a retail company, audit dates could be directly synced with the auditor's calendar, facilitating optimal planning and workload distribution.

Deputy Arrangements and Access

The ability of colleagues to view the audit schedule and potentially take over an audit in case of absence is crucial. This ensures that audits can still be conducted even if the designated auditor is unexpectedly unavailable; for example, due to illness. In a large trading company, multiple employees could access the audit schedule, allowing for a quick and straightforward replacement process in case of absence.

Continuous updates and flexible management of the audit schedule are key to meeting high standards of quality and efficiency. This ensures that audits are conducted timely and without interruptions, leading to consistent improvement and adherence to quality standards.

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Responding to Changes | Updating the Audit Schedule

Automatic Post-Audit Update

Synchronisation with the Auditor's Calendar

Deputy Arrangements and Access

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