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ISO standards are crucial in today’s business landscape, helping businesses establish robust management systems and demonstrate their commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and information security.<\/p>\n

Businesses often undertake ISO audits to maintain compliance and continuously improve their processes. Regarding ISO auditing, there are two primary approaches: external and internal. This blog will explore the key differences between external and internal ISO auditing and help determine which approach best suits your business.<\/p>\n

What is external auditing?<\/h2>\n

External auditing involves hiring independent auditors or certification bodies to assess your company’s compliance with ISO standards. These auditors are unbiased third parties with specialised expertise and knowledge of ISO requirements. They conduct thorough assessments, evaluating your processes, procedures, and documentation.<\/p>\n

External audits provide an objective view of your compliance status and offer an unbiased assessment of your ISO management system. They are necessary for gaining ISO certification and instilling confidence in your clients and stakeholders.<\/p>\n

The benefits of external auditing include the following:<\/p>\n