Audits may be necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory standards or market requirements. They can be conducted on-site or remotely. A remote audit is an audit where the auditor is not physically present at the audit site. However, it must be as close as possible to an in-person on-site audit. Conducting a remote audit requires careful preparation, effective use of all means of communication, and impeccable organization to ensure the quality and integrity of the audit.
Here are the steps of the method implemented at FILAB to achieve this.
Definition of the objectives and scope of the audit
A remote audit always begins with establishing a clear roadmap. It is important to define the audit objectives precisely with the client: regulatory compliance, process improvement, quality or safety issues, validation of expertise or technology. This step is crucial in order to align the client’s expectations and ensure an effective audit. To do this, we use videoconferencing tools for an initial in-depth discussion and to ensure that all the documents necessary for the audit to run smoothly are accessible remotely.
Detailed audit planning
At FILAB, we organize a planning meeting with all stakeholders to discuss the methodology, schedule, and resources needed to implement the audit. To do this, we use project management tools to assign tasks and track the progress of the audit.
Data collection and analysis
In order to collect the best possible data for analysis during the client audit, we use secure platforms for document sharing. We also offer our clients the option of signing a confidentiality agreement. Virtual visits and interviews via videoconference enable us to obtain important additional information.
Reports and recommendations
The audit report prepared by our experts accurately reflects the findings made during the audit process and includes clear recommendations for the client to implement. The results are presented to the client during a virtual meeting, allowing for interactive discussion and a clear understanding of the conclusions and recommendations.
Follow-up
The audit is only the beginning of a long process. Once this theoretical work has been completed, we are at your disposal to implement the recommendations directly on your site. Thus, the remote audit can lead to the following services:
Why choose FILAB to conduct a remote audit?
The FILAB laboratory offers the best conditions for conducting laboratory or manufacturing process performance audits. In addition to the indisputable expertise of our PhD students and engineers, who are highly qualified in these performance issues, we are also COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited, an approved training organization, and approved for the Research Tax Credit (CIR). This means that we have everything we need to offer you the best possible service within short timeframes and at competitive rates.
