Certification Audit Management Software

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• Why Audit Man-Days MatterAudit man-days directly affect the planning, cost and scheduling of certification activities. Certification bodies need a consistent method for determining the appropriate audit duration based on the applicable requirements, scheme rules and client characteristics. Incorrect planning can result in: Underestimating audit time Overestimating audit time Incorrect quotations Scheduling problems Auditor availability conflicts Additional audit days Client dissatisfaction Inconsistent audit planning Difficulties demonstrating the basis for audit duration A certification body therefore needs more than a calendar. It needs a controlled audit planning process..
• Audit Man-Day CalculationCABflo can provide a structured environment for managing the information used to determine audit duration and man-days. Depending on the applicable certification scheme and rules, the calculation process can consider information such as: Client Information Number of employees Effective number of personnel Locations Activities Processes Scope Shifts Complexity Risk-related factors Certification Cycle Initial certification Stage 1 Stage 2 Surveillance 1 Surveillance 2 Recertification Special audits Audit Requirements Applicable standard Certification scheme Applicable rules Audit duration requirements Required reductions or increases Site requirements Multisite considerations CABflo can use these inputs to support a controlled audit-duration calculation process. The applicable certification scheme, accreditation requirements and applicable mandatory documents remain the authority for determining the actual audit duration..