Who is responsible for conducting audits for ISO 9001 registration?

ISO 9001 registration audits are typically conducted by independent third-party auditors. These auditors assess an organization’s quality management system against the ISO 9001 standard to determine compliance and eligibility for certification. Third-party auditors are impartial and provide an objective evaluation of the organization’s processes, procedures, and documentation. Their role is critical in ensuring that the organization meets the requirements of ISO 9001 and maintains its certification status1. Internal auditors, on the other hand, focus on evaluating processes within the organization but are not directly involved in ISO 9001 registration audits12.

 1: The ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence Handbook, Fifth Edition. Sandra L. Furterer and Douglas C. Wood. Published 2021. IS