Our auditors help you minimize the risks and confirm if the factories really exist, their working conditions and employees follow the procedures according to your requirements, which combined with quality inspections minimize the risks of your shipments.
During the physical audit, one of our inspectors visits the factory or supplier facilities. During the visit SERA checks mainly: That the factory really exists. That their records are legitimate. Guarantee that in the factory they have actual products or identify if are just an intermediary. Infrastructure (equipment, warehouses, production lines, machinery, personnel, offices).
The quality audit is designed for long-term relationships with suppliers, during the audit the following is reviewed:
- Company profile
- Org chart and management structure
- Production processes and production management
-Infrastructure (equipment, warehouses, production lines, machinery, personnel, offices, etc.)
- Quality controls (methods, processes, evidence, certifications, etc.)
- Research + Development Department
- Financial structure (Business partners).
The Social Audit is carried out according to the SA8000 or SEDEX standards, it is designed for companies that wish to ensure the social responsibility of their suppliers and focuses on: Working conditions (working hours, contracts, salaries, etc.). Guarantee the non-existence of workers under legal age. Guarantee that there is no forced labor. Hygiene and safety conditions in work areas. Housing and / or bedrooms of workers when applicable.
