What is Compliance Audit

Conducting a compliance audit usually includes the following three steps:

Choosing the auditor and bringing them up to speed. Some companies have a dedicated audit department that is already familiar with the procedure and requires minimal onboarding. Hiring an independent third party is another great option, as they can perform their duties objectively, but may require a briefing on the company's workflows.

Preparations. Auditors will most likely provide you with a checklist of all processes that have to be done. However, you can always seek guidance from them and ask about preparation tips.

Ensure you can provide auditors with all the documentation they need to conduct a quality compliance audit.