Management Systems World
All on Quality and other Standards in one place since 2010. Now Worldwide.
When Reviewers Become Technical Previewers, Audit Impartiality Is Compromised
November 11, 2025
You are not permitted to access this page. Please purchase membership to get full access to all articles.
Become a Member
Source: Cornelis van Elst
Cornelis van Elst, Founder of QAssurance, warns in his blog post that impartiality in certification audits is being compromised as technical reviewers become “technical previewers”.
Most popular blogs
-
Understanding NDC in Measurement System Analysis - Automotive Quality SolutionsJuly 2, 2024Certification Bodies May Use Own Labs Under ISO 17065, But Only If Impartiality Is EnsuredJuly 8, 2025Construction Certifications Can Be a Flimsy Facade Hiding Serious RisksJuly 22, 2025Preparing for the Future: How Digital Tools Simplify BRCGS Packaging ComplianceJuly 22, 2025Diary of a Quality Manager: Building Culture One Small Win at a TimeJune 18, 2025The Benefits of Choosing an Active Consultant and How to Spot OneJuly 22, 2025What's the difference between PDCA and a Management System?July 25, 2024Bad Audits, Not Climate Rules, to Blame for ISO 9001 ConfusionJuly 8, 2025The Most Overlooked Risk in IATF 16949 Audits? Top Management ItselfJuly 8, 2025AI in Quality Fails Only When You Expect the Wrong ThingsAugust 6, 2025
