IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry 3 audits can start on 1 May and become mandatory from 1 November 2025 .For unannounced audits, version 3 will apply if the audit window begins on or after 1 October 2025.
The applicability of IFS Wholesale and Cash & Carry 2 generally ends on 31 October 2025.
Before your next audit, there are five important topics to consider:
- Conduct a thorough internal audit to ensure everything is in order.
- Update documentation to ensure everything is accurate and up-to-date.
- Pay close attention to requirements that specify a review on a particular frequency to avoid potential problems.
- Decide whether to conduct the next audit without notice.
- Inform your Certification Body immediately if you are notified by official authorities of a recall or production change.