Question:Can the work assignments of audit team members be changed during the audit?

Yes, audit team assignments can be adjusted during the audit to ensure the audit remains effective and objective.

ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 Clause 9.2.4.1 states:“The audit team leader shall reassign tasks as necessary during the audit to ensure audit objectives are achieved.”

The ISO 19011:2018 Clause 6.4.9 similarly permits dynamic reassignment of roles based on real-time findings or logistical needs.The auditee’s permission is not required unless changes impact the audit scope or confidentiality agreements.