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ISO 19011

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ISO 19011 is an international standard that sets forth guidelines for management systems auditing. The current version is ISO 19011:2026. It is developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Originally it was published in 1990 as ISO 10011-1 and in 2002 took the current ISO 19011 numbering.

The standard offers four resources to organisations to "save time, effort and money":

  • A clear explanation of the principles of management systems auditing.
  • Guidance on the management of audit programs.
  • Guidance on the conduct of internal or external audits.
  • Advice on the competence and evaluation of auditors.[1][2]


Seven Principles of Auditing

  • Integrity: The foundation of professionalism; perform work ethically, honestly, and responsibly.
  • Fair presentation: Report audit findings and conclusions truthfully and accurately.
  • Due professional care: Exercise diligence and reasoned judgement during auditing.
  • Confidentiality: Exercise discretion and protect sensitive information.
  • Independence: Remain unbiased and objective throughout the audit process.
  • Evidence-based approach: Reach reliable, verifiable conclusions using systematic sampling.
  • Risk-based approach: Consider risks and opportunities during planning, conducting, and reporting.


Core Components

  • Audit Program Management: Establishing objectives, assessing risks to the program, and assigning resources.
  • Conducting the Audit: Initiating, preparing the plan, performing on-site or remote activities, and reporting findings.
  • Auditor Competence: Evaluating personal behaviour, knowledge, and skills required for specific audits.
  • Note on Certification: Organisations cannot be "ISO 19011 certified" because it is a guidance standard, not a requirement specification.

History

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Year Description
1990ISO 10011-1 (1st Edition)[3]
2002ISO 19011 (2nd Edition)[4]
2011ISO 19011 (3rd Edition)[5]
2018ISO 19011 (4th Edition)[2]
2026ISO 19011 (4th Edition)[6]

See also

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References

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  1. ↑ "Global Association for Quality Management (GAQM), Educating, Empowering and Certifying Individuals and Corporates Globally". gaqm.org. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  2. 1 2 "ISO 19011:2018". ISO. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  3. ↑ "ISO 10011-1:1990". ISO. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  4. ↑ "ISO 19011:2002". ISO. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  5. ↑ "ISO 19011:2011". ISO. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
  6. ↑ "ISO 19011:2026". ISO. Retrieved 2026-05-30.
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