If an unexpected situation occurs that prevents the audit completion, it should be scheduled for resumption.
Based on the audit program's requirements, documented information should be retained or disposed of.
Confidentiality - unless required by law, the audit team and the individual(s) managing the audit program should not disclose any information obtained during the audit, or the audit report, to any other party without the explicit approval of the audit client. The client and auditee should be informed If audit results and documentation disclosure is required.
Note - lessons learned can identify risks and opportunities for improvement for the audit program and the auditee.
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