ISO 19011:2026 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
ISO 19011:2026 Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
The Guideline for Auditing a Management System is part of all auditing courses WWISE provides, from internal auditing to lead auditing. The e-learning portal also covers a specific module on the ISO 19011:2018 standard.
What is ISO 19011:2018?
The guideline standard provides the framework on how to create an audit programme, audit plan, how to communicate during the opening and closing meetings, and how to write an audit report.
The principles of auditing are based on:
- Integrity: the foundation of professionalism.
- Fair presentation: the obligation to report truthfully and accurately.
- Due professional care: the application of diligence and judgement in auditing.
- Confidentiality: security of information.
- Independence: the basis for the impartiality of the audit and objectivity of the audit conclusions.
- Evidence-based approach: the rational method for reaching reliable and reproducible audit conclusions in a systematic audit process.
- Risk-based approach: an audit approach that considers risks and opportunities.
Below is a brief description of the PDCA cycle:
Plan – Determine and assess Auditing risks, Auditing opportunities and other risks and other opportunities, establish Auditing objectives and processes necessary to deliver results in accordance with the organisation’s Auditing policy.
Do – Implement the (Auditing) controls and processes as planned.
Check – Monitor and measure activities and processes with regard to the Auditing policy and Auditing objectives and report the results.
Act – Take actions to continually improve the Auditing performance to achieve the intended outcomes.
Risk-based thinking enables an organisation to identify factors that could have a negative impact on the Guidelines for Auditing Management System. An organisation is required to analyse and prioritise the risks, opportunities and auditing impacts based on what they think is acceptable and what is unacceptable to the organisations risk appetite. Preventive controls need to be in place to minimise any potential nonconformances and their recurrence.
Why does an Organisation need ISO 19011:2018?
The ISO 19011 standard is applicable to all organisations that need to plan and conduct internal or external audits of management systems or manage an audit programme.
The standard is applicable to other types of audits, provided that special consideration is given to the specific competence needed.
What are the Benefits of Implementing ISO 19011:2018?
- Consideration of risk and opportunities during the planning, conducting, and reporting phases of an audit.
- Ensure audits are focused on the significant areas for the audit.
- Achieving the audit programme objectives.
- Structure/ criteria for audit documentation.
- Achieving impartial, structured, and professional audits conducted by competent auditors.
How do I implement ISO 19011:2018 in an organisation?
ISO Consulting & Implementation:
We have a range of professional consultants, engineers, and registered auditors to assist in implementing and maintaining your ISO management system. Our industry expertise includes services, telecommunication, manufacturing, construction, engineering services, fast-moving consumer goods, mining, power generation, state owned companies, and government-run organisations. Each of our consultants takes the time to truly understand the processes of your organisation, which will enable them to implement ISO requirements accordingly and effectively. Hiring a consultant and the time spent to implement your ISO management system will pay off in the long run.
WWISE has a 4-Phase Approach:
- Phase 1: Gap Analysis Audit and Information Gathering
- Phase 2: ISO Documentation, Risk Assessment, and Process Mapping
- Phase 3: Implementation and Training
- Phase 4: Certification
At WWISE we provide a fully inclusive solution that includes full turnkey, awareness training, classroom and online training, and mentorship. As a consulting firm, we do not provide certification services. However, we will guide you through the certification process and ensure that your business becomes certified.
Why Choose WWISE to Assist your Organisation:
Certification Process:
An organisation can get certified to a requirement standard. You can implement the standard and get certified by a third-party.
