Preparing for Internal and External Audits
To provide a clear process for preparing for internal and external audits to ensure compliance, improve operational efficiency, and maintain accurate records. This SOP applies to all departments and personnel responsible for audit preparation and participation.

Preparing for Internal and External Audits
- Schedule the Audit
- Gather Required Documentation
- Review the audit checklist provided by the auditors
- Identify required recordsĀ
- Organize documentation in a central repository.
- Review the audit checklist provided by the auditors
- Conduct Pre-Audit Review
- Perform an internal review of documentationĀ
- Meet with department heads
- Create an action plan for resolving any identified issues
- Facilitate the Audit
- Provide auditors with access to the requested documentation and resources.
- Schedule meetings or interviews between auditors and key personnel.
- Respond promptly to auditor requests
- Review Audit Findings
- Review the draft audit report with department heads
- Develop a corrective action plan to address identified issues.
- Submit responses to the auditors within the specified timeframe.
- Implement Recommendations
- Assign responsibility for implementing corrective actions to relevant personnel.
- Monitor progress and ensure completion
- Document completed actionsĀ
- Notify auditors if a follow-up audit is required.
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