supplieraudits
nounUK /səˈplaɪər ˈɔːdɪts/
US /səˈplaɪər ˈɔːdɪts/
Checks that make sure the people who send you things are doing a good job.
The company does supplier audits every year to make sure its partners follow the rules.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Official examinations of a supplier's records and processes to confirm they meet standards.
The supplier audits revealed several gaps in the factory's safety procedures.
3. A scheduled visit to a supplier's site to check how products are made.
During the supplier audits, the team toured the warehouse and interviewed staff.
4. A set of reports or results from checking suppliers' performance.
Management reviewed the supplier audits before renewing the contract.