IFS has published IFS Broker doctrine version 3.2 .
This document answers frequently asked technical questions and provides clarifications on requirements.
The doctrine is a normative document that integrates the standard.
Consequently, companies, certification bodies and auditors will have to comply with the clarifications contained therein.
Among other topics, this doctrine specifies:
the requirement for extraordinary information that auditors must provide
the calculation of the minimum audit duration
the timing for the applicability of versions 3.1 and 3.2
COID management for companies in specific situations
Conversion training for auditors
In detail the topics included or updated in the IFS Broker 3.2 doctrine:
1.1.1 Which version of IFS Broker should be applied in some specific situations?
Updated with applicability for the version
3.2 1.2.2.1 Form for extraordinary information by the certification bodies
New requirement to align Broker version 3.2 with other standards and clarify expectations
1.5.2.1 Are there IFS rules for the use of interpreters during an IFS Broker audit?
Update on the use of interpreters
1.5.2.2 Reviewer Sharing
Updates on reviewer sharing and possible options
1.5.3.1 Minimum duration of the audit
New requirement to explain the reasons for the minimum audit duration
1.5.4.1 Mandatory document to be signed by a representative of the audited site and the auditors at the end of the audit
Update
2.4.4.3 What is the auditee expected to provide to satisfy the “expressly accept other conditions” requirement?
Update
3.3.1.2 Conversion course for IFS auditors for Broker version 3.2
Update to version 3.2 4.1.5.2 A) How is COID managed for companies in some specific cases?
Greater clarity and better wording