SMETA readiness support

Turn an audit request into a clear preparation brief

Start with the customer request, site activities and the audit requirement your organisation has received. Aspire will discuss the support needed and confirm relevant specialist availability for the proposed engagement.

A readiness enquiry should make the site’s responsibilities and the evidence available clear from the outset.

Understand the requirement and records

• The customer or buyer request and the sites involved.
• Audit scope, requested framework and expected timetable.
• Relevant policies, employment records and management responsibilities.
• Previous findings or improvement actions that need review.

Prepare through responsible management practice

Discuss the records, interviews, site arrangements and improvement planning involved in your requirement. The work should support a clear understanding of responsibilities and the information the organisation needs to maintain.

Any proposal should identify the actual preparation support being provided and the inputs required from your team.

Clarify the independent arrangements

Membership, audit booking, auditor approval and audit outcomes are separate from consulting support. Confirm those arrangements with the relevant parties while the proposed readiness scope, deliverables and specialist input are agreed.