Video 4: Defining Scope And Criteria

Before you can conduct a successful audit you must establish exactly what you are going to evaluate. This video focuses on the critical setup phase where you define the precise boundaries of your audit scope. Using practical examples like a sales process or a goods inward department, you will see how identifying specific inputs, outputs, and process steps prevents scope expansion and keeps your assessment sharply focused.

You will learn how to clearly define your audit criteria which includes everything from international standards and legal regulations to highly specific customer requirements. The lesson will teach you how to align your audit objectives with business goals, ensuring you are not just checking for baseline compliance but also evaluating true process effectiveness. This video guarantees you will step into your next audit with crystal clear direction and purpose.