{"id":20645,"date":"2026-04-01T14:45:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T12:45:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/services\/2nd-party-audits"},"modified":"2026-05-05T14:49:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T12:49:41","slug":"2nd-party-audits","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/en\/services\/2nd-party-audits","title":{"rendered":"2nd Party Audits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#aba8a3\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"757\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-20401\" alt=\"2nd Party Audits\nKundenspezifische Auditkonzepte \" src=\"https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel-300x114.jpg 300w, https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel-1024x388.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel-768x291.jpg 768w, https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel-50x19.jpg 50w, https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel-1600x606.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/consulting.tuv.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Brainstorming-Multiculturel-1536x581.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><strong>2nd Party Audits<br>Customized Audit Concepts <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tuv.com\/germany\/de\/forms\/global-contact-form\/global-contact-form.jsp?requestType=1&amp;topicArea=6&amp;hideTopicArea=True&amp;ctacpid=DE26_A04_AUDIT_RFPC\">Request consultation now!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2nd-party-audits-customized-audit-concepts\"><strong>2nd Party-Audits: Customized Audit Concepts<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Review and evaluation of individual standards at suppliers, sales, and service partners. <\/strong><br><strong>For safety, quality, and compliance across your entire partner network.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-2nd-party-audit\"><strong>What is a 2nd-Party Audit?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>2nd party audits are the systematic examination and evaluation of individual standards at companies, suppliers, and sales and service partners. The goal: to ensure compliance with regulations and performance standards, and to identify opportunities for optimization.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike certification audits (3rd-party audits) conducted by independent bodies, 2nd-party audits are based on your company\u2019s specific requirements. What matters are your standards, your guidelines, and your quality expectations.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The importance of 2nd-party audits is enormous: they are essential for business continuity, product and process quality, and customer satisfaction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tuv.com\/germany\/de\/forms\/global-contact-form\/global-contact-form.jsp?requestType=1&amp;topicArea=6&amp;hideTopicArea=True&amp;ctacpid=DE26_A04_AUDIT_RFPC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get advice now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-services\"><strong>Our Services<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We develop and implement audit concepts based on your specific criteria and requirements. Our auditors conduct neutral and independent on-site assessments to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with your established standards. Project management, quality assurance and client and partner support are handled through a proven online tool, which also serves reporting purposes.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_3d03c0-a3\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkSquare kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><polyline points=\"9 11 12 14 22 4\"\/><path d=\"M21 12v7a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h11\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Compliance-<\/strong><br><strong>Audits<\/strong> <\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Verification of contractual and legal requirements at your company and your partners. Whether it\u2019s data protection, occupational safety, or industry-specific regulations: We determine whether your requirements are being met.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_1b5886-96\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_award kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"8\" r=\"7\"\/><polyline points=\"8.21 13.89 7 23 12 20 17 23 15.79 13.88\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Performance and Quality Audits<\/strong> <\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Assessment of product quality and operational efficiency. We verify whether your partners are meeting the agreed-upon performance standards and identify areas for improvement.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_c3a1c4-cf\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_feather kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M20.24 12.24a6 6 0 0 0-8.49-8.49L5 10.5V19h8.5z\"\/><line x1=\"16\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"2\" y2=\"22\"\/><line x1=\"17\" y1=\"15\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Ethics and Sustainability Audits<\/strong> <\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Review of social and environmental practices. An increasingly business-critical component, especially in light of rising ESG requirements.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_301865-7a{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_301865-7a .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_301865-7a\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_lock kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Security<\/strong><br><strong>Audits<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Focus on internal safety policies as well as general and industry standards. From workplace safety to product safety.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:0px;margin-right:15px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:15px;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_ca7254-8e\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_cpu kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"4\" y=\"4\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><rect x=\"9\" y=\"9\" width=\"6\" height=\"6\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"4\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"4\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"20\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"23\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"20\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"23\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"23\" y2=\"9\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"23\" y2=\"14\"\/><line x1=\"1\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"4\" y2=\"9\"\/><line x1=\"1\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"4\" y2=\"14\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Equipment and Technology Checks<\/strong> <\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Assessment of existing equipment and technology in terms of availability and condition. This is particularly relevant for sales and service partners with their own technical infrastructure.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-examples-of-use\"><strong>Examples of use<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our 2nd Party Audits are used in a wide variety of areas: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quality inspection and assurance of sales or after-sales processes at OEMs <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conformity checks of appearance and signage at our customers\u2019 contractual partners <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verification of compliance with safety standards, whether in retail or technical operations <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Random inspections of sustainability or hygiene standards, for example in the tourism industry. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditional supplier audits throughout the entire value chain. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment checks at sales or service partners. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tuv.com\/germany\/de\/forms\/global-contact-form\/global-contact-form.jsp?requestType=1&amp;topicArea=6&amp;hideTopicArea=True&amp;ctacpid=DE26_A04_AUDIT_RFPC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-process-from-planning-to-impact\"><strong>Our process: From planning to impact<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow 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(max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_a09391-30 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_a09391-30 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_a09391-30\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-number-container kt-info-number-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-number-inner-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-number\">1<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Planning<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Careful preparation and development of a structured audit concept. Together, we define goals, criteria, the scope of the audit, and the project-specific guidelines.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-top:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:#ffffff;border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:5px;border-right-width:5px;border-bottom-width:5px;border-left-width:5px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:-75px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:20px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_83db6c-aa\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-number-container kt-info-number-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-number-inner-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-number\">2<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Execution<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">On-site inspections or remote assessments based on the project-specific guidelines. Our auditors work impartially, in a structured manner, and with a clear focus on the aspects of the partner\u2019s performance that are critical to you.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_934798-c4{height:auto;align-self:stretch;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{height:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-top:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-media{background:#ffffff;border-color:var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-radius:200px;border-top-width:5px;border-right-width:5px;border-bottom-width:5px;border-left-width:5px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-media-container{margin-top:-75px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:20px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;border-radius:5px;border-width:5px 5px 5px 5px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore,.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore:focus{color:#ffffff;background:#0071b9;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);display:block;}.kt-info-box20645_934798-c4 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap .kt-blocks-info-box-media{display:inline-block;max-width:100%;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box20645_934798-c4\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-number-container kt-info-number-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-number-inner-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-number\">3<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><strong>Documentation and Reporting<\/strong> <\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Results are recorded online and communicated to designated partners via email to enable prompt improvements. Our reporting tool allows you to keep track of the status of all audits at all times.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2nd-party-audits-are-relevant-for\"><strong>2nd Party Audits are relevant for<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Large companies<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>With complex supply chains or sales and service networks. Industries such as automotive, pharmaceutical, electronics, or food.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mid-sized companies<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>That manufacture for corporations and have their partners systematically audited. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Compliance-focused industries<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Such as medical devices, aerospace, or chemicals. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sustainability-focused organizations<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>That want to assess their partners against social, environmental, and ethical standards. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tuv.com\/germany\/de\/forms\/global-contact-form\/global-contact-form.jsp?requestType=1&amp;topicArea=6&amp;hideTopicArea=True&amp;ctacpid=DE26_A04_AUDIT_RFPC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-makes-a-good-2nd-party-audit\"><strong>What makes a good 2nd Party Audit<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thorough preparation<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Detailed planning with clear objectives and criteria. Without proper preparation, there can be no reliable results.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Clear communication<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open dialogue with partners to foster a cooperative atmosphere. This is the only way to achieve genuine improvement rather than a defensive stance.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Risk-based approach<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Focus on critical aspects of partner performance. We examine most closely where the risk is greatest.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Modern audit tools<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using digital solutions for efficient auditing. Real-time data collection, secure audit trails, and faster response times.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trends-influencing-2nd-party-audits\"><strong>Trends influencing 2nd-party audits<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Technological integration<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AI, automation, and data-driven analytics are revolutionizing the efficiency and accuracy of audits. Real-time data collection, secure audit trails, predictive analytics, and cloud-based platforms enable continuous monitoring and faster response times.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus on sustainability<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Companies are increasingly relying on sustainability and ethics audits within their partner networks. Carbon footprints, social responsibility, the circular economy, and ESG criteria are becoming integral parts of professional audit frameworks. Audit processes must be adapted to meet rising environmental and social standards.   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adaptability<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Continuous adaptation to new challenges and innovations. Flexible audit models, hybrid audit approaches (on-site and remote), agile methods, and international standards ensure that audits keep pace with changing requirements. Rapid adaptability is becoming a decisive factor for success.   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tuv.com\/germany\/de\/forms\/global-contact-form\/global-contact-form.jsp?requestType=1&amp;topicArea=6&amp;hideTopicArea=True&amp;ctacpid=DE26_A04_AUDIT_RFPC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-2nd-party-audits-are-especially-important-right-now\"><strong>Why 2nd-party audits are especially important right now<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Expectations for reliable process chains are constantly growing. Clients demand robust evidence from their partners and suppliers that working conditions are fair, safety and environmental standards are met, and ethical business practices are upheld.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A 2nd party audit provides exactly this kind of evidence: It is conducted by your client or an auditor appointed by them and confirms that you meet the agreed-upon criteria. This helps you build trust, strengthen your business relationships, and clearly set yourself apart from competitors who cannot provide such evidence.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, audits help you scrutinize and improve internal processes. Weaknesses are identified early on, allowing you to take targeted corrective action\u2014before they lead to reputational damage or contractual penalties.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Successfully completed 2nd party audits are an effective tool for demonstrating your compliance capabilities, minimizing risks, and securing your market position in the long term. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id20645_636d60-98 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:10px;}.kt-accordion-id20645_636d60-98 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 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body:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id20645_636d60-98 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id20645_636d60-98 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible, .kt-accordion-id20645_636d60-98 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id20645_636d60-98 kt-accordion-has-8-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"true\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane20645_1d8a37-7f\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>What exactly is a second-party audit?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>A 2nd party audit is a systematic review and assessment of specific standards at suppliers, distribution or service partners. It is based on your company\u2019s specific requirements and standards.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane20645_755ccf-5c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What is the difference between a second-party audit and a certification audit?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>A 2nd party audit focuses on your company-specific requirements. In a certification audit (third-party audit), an independent body verifies compliance with a general standard such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane20645_0ed71a-1c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What types of audits are there?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The most common types include compliance audits, performance and quality audits, ethics and sustainability audits, security audits, and equipment and technical inspections. Your strategic goals, risk profile, and defined standards form the basis for a customized audit plan.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane20645_1638f5-2c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Are the audits carried out on-site only?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>No We offer both on-site inspections and remote assessments. Depending on the scope of the audit and your requirements, we utilize hybrid models.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane20645_7ae86b-c1\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How are the results documented?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>All results are recorded digitally via our online tool and made available in real time. Designated partners and contacts receive the reports automatically so they can respond promptly. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane20645_96fd3d-00\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How often should second-party audits be carried out?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>This depends on the type of partnership and the risk profile. For strategically important partners, we recommend regular reviews; in the event of critical issues, we also recommend ad hoc audits.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane20645_4906f7-fc\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What role do ESG criteria play in second-party audits?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>An increasingly critical one. Under the LkSG and the CSDDD (effective for affected companies starting in 2029), companies are required to assess their supply chains and partner networks for human rights, environmental standards, and social practices. But pressure from major clients is also growing, regardless of legal thresholds. 2nd party audits provide reliable evidence in this regard.    <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane20645_cf525a-a6\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How much does a second-party audit cost?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The costs depend on the scope, the number of sites to be audited, and the complexity. 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