After an AIMS audit, the auditee made the required corrections and implemented corrective actions.

According to ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 and ISO/IEC 42001:2023, even when minor nonconformities are addressed without an on-site follow-up visit, the auditee is still obligated to inform the audit team leader or certification body of the status and completion of corrective actions. This allows the certification body to determine whether the actions taken are effective.

ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 Clause 9.4.8 states that the certification body must ensure that corrective actions are reviewed for effectiveness, and that communication must be maintained throughout the process. The audit team leader does not necessarily need to revisit the site but must still review submitted evidence (documentation, records, etc.).