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Influence of personal behaviour in auditing
How can the personal behaviour and beliefs of an auditor influence the outcome of an audit? Chikaodili Hemeson CQP MCQI takes a closer look.
Internal audit programme: From 'Genesis' to 'Revelation'
Why is planning an internal audit programme critical to an organisation’s success? Andy Nichols CQP FCQI takes a closer look.
Changing the direction of quality for a sustainable future
Lowellyne James CQP FCQI, highlights the need for quality professionals to be at the forefront of the fight to combat the impact of climate change.
The Profession Map: what it means for auditors
Learn how The Profession Map applies to you and what it means for the future of the auditing profession.
The auditing dilemma
Should auditors focus more on human behaviour and how could this be measured? Ian Rosam, Chief Product Officer at DeepFathom explains why this question is key.
Global supply chains: trust and transparency
Action on climate commitments has never been more critical and an approach focused on delivering data-driven ESG objectives is not only a crucial framework for adhering to climate regulations but is the new standard of risk management, says Heather Moore, Supply Chain Sustainability Technical Director at LRQA.
Recruitment problems? It starts with the advert
With 67% of respondents to the CQI’s Workforce Insight research saying they had struggled to recruit for quality and audit roles, it has never been more important for job adverts to hit their target. Mark Walsh CQP MCQI, an IRCA lead auditor and director at Q-Sys Solutions, highlights some common pitfalls, and how to avoid them.
The importance of gap assessments in auditing
Conducting a gap assessment is a vital first step when implementing a new management system or integrating one with an existing system. IRCA Lead Auditor Andy Lau explains the steps that must be taken to ensure conformance with certification body standards.
Removing the fear from audits
The audit process is a valuable tool for organisations, giving them a chance to examine their processes and ensure they are on the right track. So why is it that the word ‘audit’ is a cause for fear? Bryony Roberts from Pragmatic Consultancy Ltd examines the reasons why.
Digital transformation and quality management – What are the relations?
Digital transformation is a term increasingly used in everyday life. But how is it connected with quality management? Galina Robertsone, Quality Manager for the Baltics region at HAVI Logistics, explains.