A factory audit reveals what a brochure never will: real capacity, real quality systems, and real working conditions.
Why Audit a Factory?
Photos and certifications can be misleading. An audit verifies that the factory actually produces your product, has the machinery to scale, and maintains quality control systems.
Types of Factory Audits
- Social audit — working conditions, wages, safety
- Quality audit — systems, equipment, QC processes
- Capacity audit — does the factory have room for your order?
- Security audit — supply chain security (C-TPAT)
What Auditors Check
- Production equipment and maintenance records
- QC inspection points and testing procedures
- Raw material sourcing and certifications
- Order books and current production load
- Staff numbers and training records
Audit Options
You can visit yourself, use a third-party inspection company (SGS, Bureau Veritas, TUV), or have a sourcing agent audit on your behalf. Third-party audits are objective and usually cheaper than a plane ticket.
When to Audit
Audit before placing large orders, when switching suppliers, or after quality issues. For orders above $10,000, an audit is a low-cost insurance policy. Book a factory audit with our local team.