Factory audit guidance process:

Preliminary Consultation

Customers submit various coaching requests through apps, phone calls, WeChat, emails, online customer service, and other means.

Proposal Quotation

A quote will be provided based on information such as factory size, product type, number of factory inspections, auditing agency, and audit dates.

Reach cooperation

Both parties communicated and reached a cooperation agreement regarding the factory audit content and specific requirements through methods such as APP, telephone, and email.

Signing a contract

Both parties reached an agreement and signed a "Factory Audit Guidance Contract." The client paid a 50% down payment, and both parties began fulfilling their contractual obligations.

First counseling

A consultant will visit the factory for the first time (within one week) to provide guidance, investigate the actual situation of the factory, and work with the factory to improve the problem areas.

Secondary tutoring

Simulated factory audits were conducted to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions, identify and address any shortcomings, and improve practices to address issues raised during the audit, while also strengthening employee training.

Accompanying factory inspection

On the day of the factory audit, a consultant accompanied the audit team. A report was issued on-site at the end of the audit, signed by the factory manager for confirmation, and the auditors left.

Pay the final payment

Once the factory confirms the factory inspection has passed, the remaining 50% of the contract payment will be made, and an invoice will be issued upon receipt of the remaining payment.

 Project Review

We offer six major services: social responsibility audit, quality management system audit, anti-terrorism system audit, environmental audit, good manufacturing practice audit, and supplier qualification audit, providing you with professional guidance and rigorous training.

Social responsibility audit

By auditing and monitoring, we ensure that our business partners also adhere to their commitments to social responsibility. Our aim is to guarantee that all products supplied by our suppliers meet social responsibility standards.

Quality management system audit

Verify that quality activities and related results are in line with the organization's planned arrangements to ensure that the organization's quality management system is continuously improved and perfected.

Counter-terrorism system review

CBP hopes to collaborate with relevant industries to establish a supply chain security management system to ensure the safe transport, security information, and cargo status of the supply chain from origin to destination, thereby preventing terrorist infiltration.

Environmental audit

A systematic, comprehensive, and integrated analysis and evaluation is conducted in accordance with national and local environmental regulations and standards, as well as the environmental policies and objectives formulated by the enterprise or organization.

Good Manufacturing Practice Audit

Identify and improve any problems in the production process. In short, a robust quality management and rigorous testing system ensure that the final product quality (including food safety and hygiene) meets regulatory requirements.

Supplier Qualification Review

Obtain information about the supplier's qualifications and related details, and evaluate the supplier's legality, organizational structure, staffing, machinery and equipment, production capacity, and internal quality control.

 Factory audit consulting services:

Walmart factory audit:

Walmart factory audits are systematic audits conducted by Walmart on its suppliers, covering three core areas: Social Responsibility (ES), Quality (FCCA), and Counter-Terrorism (SCS). ES audits focus on labor rights, health and safety, and environmental protection, strictly prohibiting child labor and forced labor, with fire and electrical safety as key inspection items. Quality audits assess factory capacity and quality control systems to ensure products meet Walmart standards. Counter-Terrorism audits examine supply chain security, covering personnel access management and cargo transportation security. Audit results are categorized into four levels: green, yellow, orange, and red, directly impacting eligibility for cooperation. A red light will result in order cancellation and termination of cooperation. Passing a factory audit is a necessary prerequisite for obtaining Walmart orders and a crucial step for companies to improve their management level and international competitiveness.

UNIQLO factory audit

Uniqlo's factory audits are comprehensive audits of its suppliers conducted by Uniqlo or third-party agencies (such as ITS and SGS). The audits aim to ensure suppliers meet Uniqlo's high standards in social responsibility, quality, and counter-terrorism security. The audits primarily cover three areas: social responsibility (such as wages, child labor, forced labor, and health and safety), quality (production processes and quality control systems), and counter-terrorism (specifically for orders exported to the United States). Audit results are graded A, B, C, and D. Grade A is valid for two years, Grade B for one year, Grade C requires three months of rectification, and Grade D results in immediate rejection of cooperation. By passing these audits, Uniqlo can maintain its brand image and ensure a stable and reliable supply chain.

Yonghui Factory Audit

Yonghui's factory audit is a comprehensive review and assessment of its suppliers, covering multiple dimensions including production environment, process standards, quality management system, and risk control mechanisms. Its core principle is "strict prevention at the source, strict management throughout the process, and strict risk control." By introducing a triple mechanism of assessment, routine audits, and risk audits, it ensures that suppliers meet high standards for food safety and supply chain management. The audit team uses methods such as on-site inspections, document review, and employee interviews to comprehensively assess the supplier's risk level, classifying them into red, yellow, and green categories. Only low-risk companies are included in the procurement list. This initiative helps Yonghui build a sustainable supply chain and ensure product quality and safety.

Amazon factory audit

Amazon factory audits are systematic audits conducted by Amazon on its suppliers to ensure supply chain compliance, product quality reliability, and employee rights protection. The audits cover two main areas: Amazon's social responsibility standards audit, focusing on labor rights, health and safety, environmental protection, and business ethics ; and Amazon's factory quality audit (FOA audit), assessing the quality management system and product inspection capabilities. Amazon accepts its own standards as well as five major industry-standard practices: BSC, SEDEX, RBA, and SA8000. Audit results affect supplier eligibility; passing the audit can secure orders and enhance competitiveness, while failure may result in required rectification or termination of the partnership.

Target factory audit

Target factory audits are mandatory audits conducted by Target, the second-largest traditional retailer in the United States, on its suppliers, covering three aspects: quality, human rights, and counterterrorism. Quality audits are organized internally by Target and focus on product quality; human rights audits are commissioned to third-party agencies such as BV and SGS to audit labor rights, health and safety, etc.; counterterrorism audits are for products exported to the United States and require passing a SCAN audit. Audits are conducted surprise, with results graded on a four-level scale: 80-100 points (green light) for passing, 70-79 points (yellow light) requiring rectification, and below 60 points for failing. A maximum of three audit attempts are allowed. The costs of the first and second audits are borne by Target; subsequent audits require payment from the factory.

Sam's factory audit

Sam's Club audits are compliance audits conducted by Sam's Club (a premium membership brand under Walmart) on its suppliers, covering three dimensions: social responsibility, quality, and supply chain security. Social responsibility audits adhere to international labor standards, rigorously investigating child labor, forced labor, and wage and working hours. Quality audits assess production quality control capabilities, inspecting quality management systems and production processes. Supply chain security audits focus on counter-terrorism, examining security measures and cargo tracking. The audits are conducted by third-party agencies, and the process includes preparatory meetings, on-site inspections, document review, and employee interviews. Results are categorized into four levels: green, yellow, orange, and red, directly impacting eligibility for cooperation.

Tesco factory audit

TESCO factory audits are systematic audits conducted by the British retail giant TESCO on its suppliers to ensure that the supply chain meets quality management, social responsibility, environmental protection, and business ethics standards. The audit covers factory facility hygiene, sharps management, product labeling and storage, employee rights protection (such as prohibition of child labor and forced labor, and guarantee of reasonable working hours and wages), health and safety measures, and environmental practices (such as waste management and resource conservation). The audit process includes self-assessment, document review, on-site audit, report feedback, and follow-up on corrective actions. Passing a factory audit can enhance a supplier's market competitiveness, build international credibility, solidify the partnership with TESCO, and meet its global supply chain compliance requirements.

BYD factory audit

BYD factory audits are comprehensive, systematic, and rigorous audits conducted by BYD on its suppliers. The audits aim to assess suppliers' performance across multiple dimensions, including quality systems, production capacity, management level, and social responsibility, to select partners who meet BYD's high standards. The audits cover aspects such as quality management system certification, production equipment performance, process rationality, effectiveness of environmental protection measures, and employee rights protection. Through factory audits, BYD can ensure supply chain stability and product reliability, and drive continuous improvement among suppliers. Suppliers need to prepare in advance, cooperate actively, and pay attention to detail management to ensure compliance with BYD's requirements, thereby establishing long-term and stable cooperative relationships.

Alibaba factory audit

Alibaba Factory Audit is a factory audit conducted by the Alibaba platform for its partner suppliers to ensure that suppliers meet quality, social responsibility, and business ethics standards. The audit covers two main areas: social responsibility (such as labor rights and working environment) and quality management systems, with a focus on details such as wages and working hours, fire safety and environmental protection measures, and production process control. The audit is typically conducted by third-party organizations such as SGS and TUV Rheinland, and the results directly impact a supplier's eligibility for Alibaba's platform and order acquisition. As a second-party audit, Alibaba Factory Audit is a one-time event, and companies must pass on the first attempt. Therefore, thorough preparation in advance is essential to improve management practices and enhance platform trust.

Dickies factory audit

Dickies , a subsidiary of the VF Corporation, conducts factory audits focusing on two main areas: social responsibility, health and safety, and counter-terrorism security. Audits are performed by internal auditors or designated third parties, and are often conducted with prior notification. Key red lines include: prohibition of child labor and forced labor; weekly working hours <60 hours; monthly overtime <36 hours; overtime pay of 1.5/2/3 times the normal rate; and wages not lower than the minimum wage. On-site inspections focus on fire exits, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, chemical MSDS, and counter-terrorism access control and monitoring. Results are categorized as pass/conditional pass/fail. Those failing to meet standards must submit a CAP (Capability Assessment) for rectification within a specified period, which is a mandatory threshold for entering the VF global supply chain.

Disney factory audit

Disney factory audits are systematic audits conducted by Disney to ensure that suppliers meet Disney standards in areas such as social responsibility, product quality, and safe production. The audits cover legal and regulatory compliance, labor rights protection (e.g., prohibition of child labor, reasonable wages and working hours), environmental protection (wastewater and exhaust gas treatment), business ethics (anti-corruption and anti-bribery), and safe production measures. Upon passing the audit, suppliers receive a Disney factory number and a FAMA production authorization certificate, which is a prerequisite for receiving Disney orders. Disney accepts its own ILS standards as well as third-party standards such as BSCI and SEDEX, and conducts regular surprise inspections; those who violate these standards will have their partnerships terminated.

Carrefour factory audit

Carrefour factory audits are systematic audits conducted by Carrefour on its suppliers to ensure that the supply chain meets social responsibility and quality management requirements. The audit covers two main areas: social responsibility, including child labor, forced labor, working hours, wages and benefits, health and safety, etc., conducted according to ICS standards (or accepting standards such as BSCI), requiring factories to provide 12 months of records for inspection; and quality management, assessing production processes, equipment maintenance, inspection standards, and product traceability capabilities, requiring the submission of quality manuals, internal audit reports, and other documents. Audit results are categorized into four levels: A, B, C, and D. Levels A and B allow for cooperation, level C requires follow-up, and level D results in termination of cooperation. Successful audits grant suppliers Carrefour orders, enhancing their competitiveness in the international market.

Coca-Cola (TCCC) factory audit

Coca-Cola factory audits are comprehensive assessments and audits conducted by The Coca-Cola Company to ensure that suppliers meet its high standards in production environment, quality management system, social responsibility, and sustainable development. The audit covers eight key areas: legal compliance, prohibition of child labor and forced labor, workplace safety and health, wages and benefits, working hours and overtime compliance, environmental protection, non-discriminatory work environment, and business integrity. Audits are conducted by third-party organizations such as ITS, SGS, and UL, using a point-based scoring system. Results are categorized as green (fully compliant), yellow (requires rectification), light (requires follow-up evaluation), and red (failure).

Costco factory audit

Costco factory audits are mandatory assessments conducted by Costco on its suppliers, covering three main areas: social responsibility, quality, and anti-terrorism. Social responsibility audits focus on labor rights, environmental protection, and business ethics, prohibiting child labor and forced labor; quality audits are categorized into QMS, GMP, and SOP based on product type, ensuring that production processes and products meet standards; and anti-terrorism audits examine supply chain security measures. The audit process includes application preparation, on-site audits (often surprise or semi-surprise), report feedback, and follow-up audits for corrective actions. Results are categorized as green (pass), yellow (needs improvement), orange (needs rectification), and red (fail), with only green/yellow lights resulting in certification. Passing the audit is a prerequisite for suppliers to enter Costco's supply chain.

Li & Fung factory audit

L&FUN audits are comprehensive social responsibility audits conducted by the Li & Fung Group on its suppliers, covering areas such as labor rights, health and safety, environmental protection, and business ethics. The audits are conducted by third-party organizations such as ITS and Elevate, or by Li & Fung's own auditors. The audits focus on labor compliance, fire safety, hourly wages, and environmental protection measures, requiring factories to provide 33 standardized documents, including business licenses, pay records, and fire safety certifications. Audit results are graded into four levels: A/B (valid for 24 months), C (12 months), D (6 months), and F (zero tolerance, permanent disqualification). A grade of C represents the minimum requirement for cooperation; those failing to meet the standard must rectify the deficiencies within a specified period.

Metro factory audit

Metro factory audits are conformity audits conducted by Metro on its supplier factories, covering aspects such as social responsibility, quality, health and safety, and environmental compliance. Social responsibility audits typically require suppliers to undergo BSCI audits, focusing on human rights and labor conditions. Quality audits refer to the ISO 9001 system but place greater emphasis on the actual implementation of its provisions, using a 100-point scoring system; scores below 65 points fail, scores of 65-85 points require a re-audit after one year, and scores of 86-100 points require a re-audit after two years. Health and safety audits require suppliers to provide written health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Regarding environmental protection, suppliers must obtain relevant permits, comply with local regulations, and reduce non-emissions of pollutants.