The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) has expanded its OASIS Insights platform with the introduction of the new Audit Preparation Report, a tool designed to help aerospace organizations better prepare for certification audits through data-driven analysis and actionable recommendations. Launched in May 2026, the report builds on IAQG’s broader digital transformation efforts aimed at improving audit effectiveness and supporting continual improvement across the aerospace supply chain.
Key features of the Audit Preparation Report include:
- Audit Readiness Insights Before the Audit Begins
Unlike traditional audit reports that are generated after an audit is completed, the Audit Preparation Report is created before the audit starts. It provides organizations with a consolidated view of factors that may require attention, helping suppliers proactively prepare for upcoming audits. - Historical Audit Trend Analysis
The report analyzes data from previous audits to identify recurring findings, performance trends, and areas of concern. By reviewing audit history across multiple certification cycles, organizations can focus improvement efforts on issues that have persisted over time. - Consolidated Performance Metrics
The tool brings together key performance indicators (KPIs), including information from Process Effectiveness Assessment Reports (PEARs), into a single view. This allows organizations to better understand process performance and identify potential weaknesses before auditors arrive. - Real-Time Access for Key Stakeholders
The report is available to suppliers, auditors, and Certification Bodies (CBs) directly within the OASIS audit record. It is generated when an audit request is assigned and automatically refreshes every 120 days if the audit has not yet begun. This ensures all parties are working from the most current information. - Improved Audit Efficiency
By providing auditors and certification bodies with historical context before the audit, the report reduces time spent gathering background information and allows greater focus on audit execution, risk evaluation, and process effectiveness. - Supports Continuous Improvement
The Audit Preparation Report aligns with IAQG’s goal of moving beyond simple pass/fail assessments. Combined with OASIS Insights benchmarking capabilities, the report helps organizations identify improvement opportunities, strengthen compliance, and enhance overall quality management system performance.
Why It Matters
For aerospace manufacturers and suppliers certified to AS9100-series standards, the new Audit Preparation Report provides a valuable opportunity to address potential issues before an audit takes place. Rather than reacting to findings after the fact, organizations can use historical data, trend analysis, and performance indicators to strengthen their quality management systems and improve audit outcomes.
Bottom Line: The Audit Preparation Report represents another step in IAQG’s digital innovation strategy, giving aerospace organizations earlier visibility into audit risks, performance trends, and improvement opportunities. By shifting audit preparation from a reactive exercise to a proactive process, the tool helps suppliers improve readiness, reduce surprises, and drive continuous improvement.
