Supplier Audit to assess and evaluate the performance, quality, and compliance with eAuditor
Supplier audit involves utilizing mobile eAuditor to assess and evaluate the performance, quality, and compliance of suppliers or vendors. The eAuditor provides features that assist in conducting audits, documenting findings, and managing supplier relationships. Here’s how it typically works:
Mobile eAuditor Installation:
Begin by downloading and installing eAuditor from your smartphone’s app store.
Audit Setup:
Launch the eAuditor and set up a new audit using existing or new template for the supplier you want to assess. Enter details such as the supplier’s name, location, contact information, and any specific criteria or requirements for the audit.
Audit Criteria:
The eAuditor template allows customization based on your specific needs. These criteria typically cover various aspects such as quality control, compliance with standards and regulations, supply chain management, documentation, and customer satisfaction.
Data Collection:
As you conduct the audit, the eAuditor guides you through the evaluation process based on the established criteria. It may prompt you to answer questions, provide ratings, take photos, or record observations to document compliance or non-compliance.
Documentation:
The eAuditor allows you to document your findings, observations, or concerns regarding each criterion on the audit checklist. You can add notes, attach media files (photos, videos), and record any relevant information for future reference or reporting purposes.
Compliance Checks:
The eAuditor may prompt you to assess the supplier’s compliance with specific standards, regulations, or certifications relevant to their industry or products. This could include evaluating quality management systems, production processes, safety measures, environmental practices, and ethical considerations.
Performance Evaluation:
The eAuditor may include sections to assess the supplier’s performance in terms of delivery timeliness, product quality, customer service, responsiveness, and overall satisfaction. This helps ensure that the supplier meets your expectations and contributes to your business success.
Corrective Actions:
If any non-compliance issues or areas for improvement are identified during the audit, the eAuditor may provide options to note the specific issues and propose corrective actions. This helps ensure that necessary steps are taken to rectify deficiencies and improve supplier performance.
Reporting:
Once the audit is complete, the eAuditor generates a comprehensive report summarizing the audit findings. The report may include a breakdown of compliance ratings, identified issues, recommended actions, and any additional remarks or comments. This report can be shared with the supplier and relevant stakeholders for further analysis and action.
Supplier Management:
The eAuditor along with LQATS – Lyons Quality Audit Tracking System – Manufacturers & Suppliers Quality Audit offers features to track and manage supplier relationships. This could include recording supplier contact information, managing audit schedules, setting reminders for follow-up actions, and maintaining a history of past audits and evaluations.