Structure and Content of a BCM Audit Report

Structure of BCM Audit Report Content

This is a summary of the report contents. The major sections are as follows:

• Number of non-conformity
• Non-conformance location(s)
• Activities where none detected
• Most frequent type of violations
• Recommendations

Sample of Overall Audit Report Structure

This is a sample structure of an audit report. It is not an exhaustive list, but the following should be included or observed:

• Audit identification and date
• Audit Reference
• Auditee Information and details
• Objective, Scope and Criteria
• Audited Standard(s)
• Auditor Names
• Audit Schedule(s)
• Audit Checklist
• Procedure References
• Personnel Interviewed
• Audit Findings / Observations
• Agreed Non-conformance(s)
• Non-conformance Reports
• Corrective Actions (If Completed)
• Summary
• Suggestions
• Approval Sign-Off
• Make Copies
• File Record

Leave Out of Audit Report

• Insignificant details
• Any points not discussed
• Ambiguous statements
• Confidential information
• Auditor Opinions

Summary

These are the activities to be completed as part of Stage 3: Audit Review and Reporting.

• Review and discuss audit findings and observations with the Executive Management
• Share important and sensitive findings with responsible managers immediately upon verification by the Auditor. Short memo reports may be used in this process.
• Prepare a first draft final report and discuss it with responsible managers immediately following the fieldwork.
• This meeting will provide the opportunity for responsible managers to discuss findings, conclusions, and recommendations with the Auditor.

Resource

Goh, M. H. (2016). A Manager's Guide to Auditing and Reviewing Your Business Continuity Management Program. Business Continuity Management Series (2nd ed.). Singapore: GMH Pte Ltd.

Extracted from "Stage 3: Audit Review and Reporting"

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