Processes and ownership
We follow operating stages, handovers and the points where checks or decisions are assigned.
First-party audit
Internal audit for the food industry
An internal audit checks whether the system described by the business also works in daily operations. The assessment starts with real processes, agreed criteria and available evidence — not a universal checklist.
What we examine
From documented procedure to observed practice.
Documents and records
We connect procedures with forms, records and the practical way teams use them.
Traceability and evidence
We test an agreed sample to understand information continuity and evidence availability.
Previous findings
We can examine how existing actions were implemented and internally verified.
Approach
An assessment bounded before the visit.
01 · Agree criteria
We confirm sites, processes, period, documents and requirements used as the assessment basis.
02 · Assess evidence
We combine observation, conversations with process owners and review of relevant records.
03 · Explain findings
Each observation is connected to an in-scope criterion and evidence, then discussed with the team.
Outcome
Clarity for internal decisions.
- report structured around the agreed scope
- findings with associated evidence
- points requiring clarification or action
- closing conversation with the relevant team
Sam Consulting’s internal audit is an independent consultancy assessment. It does not replace a formal audit or guarantee certification or an official inspection result.
FAQ
Internal audit questions
Which criteria may be used?
Company procedures, contractual requirements, applicable legislation and, when in scope, requirements such as ISO 9001, ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000.
Must the whole company be assessed?
No. Scope may cover one site, line, process or sample when its boundaries are clearly agreed in advance.
Will we receive an action plan?
The report identifies areas requiring attention. The plan format, ownership and follow-up are agreed separately according to the business need.