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3 examples of Audit Compliance metrics and KPIs

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Finding the right Audit Compliance metrics can seem daunting, particularly when you're focused on your daily workload. For this reason, we've compiled a selection of examples to fuel your inspiration.

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Examples of Audit Compliance metrics and KPIs

Metrics for Quality Assurance in Finance

  • 1. Defect Rate

    The percentage of products or services that have defects relative to the total produced, often calculated by dividing the number of defective units by the total number of units produced.

    What good looks like for this metric: Typically less than 1%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Implement stricter quality control processes
    • Enhance staff training initiatives
    • Conduct regular audits and inspections
    • Utilise root cause analysis tools
    • Increase customer feedback collection
  • 2. First Pass Yield (FPY)

    The percentage of products manufactured correctly and to specification the first time through the process without using rework.

    What good looks like for this metric: 85%-95%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Improve process documentation
    • Increase equipment maintenance frequency
    • Optimise employee onboarding and training
    • Reduce process variability
    • Incorporate automated quality checks
  • 3. Customer Complaint Rate

    The number of customer complaints received over a specific period divided by the number of transactions within that period.

    What good looks like for this metric: Less than 5 per 1,000 transactions

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Improve after-sales support
    • Analyse customer feedback for trends
    • Maintain open communication channels
    • Enhance product/service quality
    • Regularly revise protocols based on feedback
  • 4. Audit Compliance Rate

    The percentage of audits that pass compliance checks relative to the total number of audits conducted.

    What good looks like for this metric: Above 95%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Regularly update compliance training for staff
    • Automate compliance tracking
    • Engage third-party compliance experts
    • Conduct more frequent internal audits
    • Develop corrective action plans for identified issues
  • 5. Corrective Action Effectiveness

    Measures the success of implemented corrective actions, determined by the reduction in defects and issues post implementation.

    What good looks like for this metric: Reduction in issues by at least 75%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Utilise a robust change management process
    • Track and measure results of actions
    • Ensure clear communication of changes to all stakeholders
    • Perform regular follow-up checks
    • Encourage continuous improvement culture

Metrics for Internal Auditor Performance

  • 1. Audit Completion Rate

    The percentage of planned audits completed in a given period

    What good looks like for this metric: 90%-95% completion rate

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Set clear priorities for audits
    • Allocate resources effectively
    • Enhance time management skills
    • Streamline audit processes
    • Regularly review audit plans
  • 2. Number of Findings per Audit

    Average number of findings identified during each audit

    What good looks like for this metric: 2-5 findings per audit

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Improve risk assessment techniques
    • Incorporate data analytics in audits
    • Enhance auditor training programmes
    • Focus on high-risk areas
    • Use checklists to standardise audits
  • 3. Implementation Rate of Audit Recommendations

    Percentage of audit recommendations implemented within the agreed timelines

    What good looks like for this metric: 80% implementation within 90 days

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Ensure recommendations are actionable
    • Engage with auditees to understand constraints
    • Follow up regularly on recommendations
    • Provide practical solutions
    • Prioritise high-impact recommendations
  • 4. External Audit Discrepancy

    Comparison between internal audit findings and external audit findings

    What good looks like for this metric: Less than 5% discrepancy

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Align internal audit focus with external audits
    • Improve coordination with external auditors
    • Regularly update auditing standards
    • Review and improve audit documentation
    • Provide sufficient training to internal auditors
  • 5. Audit Cost Efficiency

    Cost of auditing per audit presented as a value component to business value

    What good looks like for this metric: $5,000-$10,000 per audit

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Implement cost-saving technologies
    • Opt for risk-based audit planning
    • Streamline the audit process
    • Utilise a hybrid auditing team (internal and external)
    • Automate repetitive tasks where possible

Metrics for History and Physical Completion

  • 1. Completion Rate

    The percentage of history and physical exams completed within 24 hours of patient admission

    What good looks like for this metric: 90-95%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Implement a reminder system for staff
    • Introduce electronic health record alerts
    • Provide training for efficient documentation
    • Increase staffing during peak admission times
    • Encourage early initiation of assessments
  • 2. Average Completion Time

    The average time taken to complete history and physical exams after patient admission

    What good looks like for this metric: Under 24 hours

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Streamline documentation processes
    • Utilise checklists for thoroughness and speed
    • Cross-train staff for flexibility
    • Optimise patient flow and prioritisation
    • Regularly review and address bottlenecks
  • 3. Staff Compliance Rate

    The percentage of staff adhering to the completion protocol for history and physical exams

    What good looks like for this metric: Above 90%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Conduct routine compliance audits
    • Offer incentives for high compliance
    • Provide feedback on performance
    • Strengthen compliance policies
    • Ensure clarity in protocols and guidelines
  • 4. Patient Outcome Correlation

    The link between timely completion of history and physical exams and patient outcomes

    What good looks like for this metric: Positive correlation

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Analyse correlations with patient recovery times
    • Adjust practices based on outcome data
    • Focus on accuracy and completeness in assessments
    • Regularly reassess assessment procedures
    • Align protocols with best practices
  • 5. Error Rate in Documentation

    The frequency of errors found in the completed history and physical exams

    What good looks like for this metric: Below 5%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Enhance staff training on documentation
    • Introduce a peer review process
    • Use electronic templates to minimise errors
    • Implement regular quality checks
    • Increase awareness of common documentation errors

Tracking your Audit Compliance metrics

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