BQCIS

Assuring Supplier Capability and Compliance

BQCIS Factory Audit & Compliance services help organizations qualify and monitor manufacturing partners worldwide. Our independent auditors evaluate facilities for technical capability, process control, quality management, and ethical standards.

Each audit follows internationally recognized frameworks such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and SA8000, combining system-level assessments with field verification. The outcome is a clear, evidence-based report that enables clients to make confident sourcing and compliance decisions.

Our Factory Audit Scope

Management System Evaluation

Assess compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality systems governing document control, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.

Production Process Assessment

Examine the entire production flow — raw material receipt, machining, assembly, and packaging — for efficiency and process consistency.

Human Resources & Training Review

Verify operator competence, training programs, and workforce safety compliance according to local labor laws.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

Evaluate workplace conditions, waste handling, and environmental controls in alignment with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

Equipment & Maintenance Verification

Check calibration, maintenance logs, and equipment reliability to confirm technical capacity for sustained production.

Social & Ethical Audit

Assess working hours, wages, child labor prevention, and ethical business practices based on SA8000 or client code of conduct.

Supplier Documentation Review

Audit quality manuals, production records, and traceability documentation for completeness and compliance.

Corrective Action & Improvement Plan

Identify non-conformities and assist suppliers in developing structured corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA).

Final Audit Report & Rating

Delivering a comprehensive report with a final audit score, risk rating, and detailed findings to support your sourcing decisions.

Key Benefits of Factory Audit & Compliance

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Qualify Reliable Suppliers

Obtain verified assurance of a manufacturer’s capacity, technical competence, and compliance before contract award.

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Promote Ethical and Legal Compliance

Ensure all partners adhere to legal, social, and environmental standards aligned with global supply chain ethics.

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Reduce Operational and Quality Risks

Identify weaknesses in manufacturing and quality management before they result in costly non-conformities.

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Build Long-Term Supplier Consistency

Regular audits strengthen supplier accountability and help maintain ongoing performance standards.

Success Story

BQCIS Global Audit Program Boosts Supplier Approval Rate

The Challenge:

A multinational electronics company faced repeated supplier quality issues and lacked visibility into its overseas manufacturing partners.

Our Solution:

BQCIS implemented a global factory audit program, evaluating suppliers across 8 countries using standardized ISO-based checklists and ethical compliance criteria.

The Result:

Within 6 months, supplier rejection rates dropped by 40%, approved vendor list doubled, and compliance performance improved across the network.

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