Procesaudits
Procesaudits, or process audits, are systematic, independent assessments of an organization's processes to determine conformance with defined criteria and to evaluate performance. They examine how activities are carried out, the adequacy of controls, and the consistency with policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. The goal is to confirm compliance, identify gaps, and uncover opportunities for improvement. Process audits can cover a wide range of domains, including quality management, safety, environmental, IT, and operational processes, and can be conducted internally or by external parties.
Audits follow a planned approach: defining scope and criteria, collecting evidence through document reviews, interviews, and
Standards and guidance: many process audits align with international guidance such as ISO 19011 for auditing