Inspection of Manufacturing Processes

Basic factory audit

A basic factory audit involves checking the availability of production capabilities announced by the supplier and their compliance with the stated criteria.

During the inspection, VERONT LLC specialist pays attention to the following factors:

• Scale of production
• Number of employees
• State of the equipment
• Finished products
• Quality control system
• Availability of confirmation of employee training
• Documented trading history

Upon examination, the inspector will prepare a detailed report with photographs, and provide recommendations on the suitability of the inspected object to fully implement the intended project.

Advanced factory audit

VERONT LLC has its own SVCL (Supplier Verification Checklist) that applies to all contractors we work with. A detailed production contract, authorized by the owner and bearing the official company seal, is also mandatory. We strongly discourage cooperation with manufacturers without this document.

Advanced factory audit refers to:

• The workforce and the manufacturer’s ability to hire additional workers
• Production capacity
• Technical production equipment
• Management procedures
• Quality control
• Manufacturing processes
• Control of the supply of raw materials
• Features of storage of semi-finished and finished products

Social Responsibility Audit

During social compliance audits, experienced professionals from VERONT LLC are guided by SA8000 international standards.

During the audit, inspectors pay attention to:

• Compliance with child and forced labour laws
• Compensations
• Disciplinary policy of the manufacturer
• Safety of working conditions
• Management practices
• Duration of the working day
• Salary