# ISO 22301 Audit Readiness > Pre-audit walkthrough service that prepares organisations for ISO 22301 accreditation by reviewing evidence, structuring responses, and building assessor confidence through mock audit questions and document review strategy. *This content is available in full at: https://www.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso233012019-audit-readiness-walkthrough* Audits are not just about compliance, they are about confidence. This module walks your team through the ISO 22301 audit process, helping you prepare your evidence, structure your responses, and build trust with your assessor. ## Delivery Approach Fixinc delivers ISO 22301 Audit Readiness Walkthrough following a four-step methodology: 1. **Plan**: Agile, first-principles planning ensures a smooth rollout of your refreshed programme 2. **Do**: Ensures the audit readiness walkthrough is rolled out smoothly at your organisation 3. **Check**: Your audit readiness walkthrough is draft until validated, we will address that 4. **Act**: Your team and ours will be ready when your audit readiness walkthrough is activated in real-life ## Service Description Fixinc runs a pre-audit walkthrough designed to simulate the ISO 22301 accreditation process. The service includes: - Review of clause coverage - Identification of gaps in evidence clarity or ownership - Preparation of staff to answer questions with confidence - Mock audit questions - Document review strategy - Presentation sequencing All activities are customised to your accreditation scope and risk landscape. Fixinc has walked clients through successful audits across finance, infrastructure, healthcare, and critical services. For clients enrolled in the [Maintenance Programme](https://docs.fixinc.io/maintenance-program.md), this walkthrough becomes an annual activity that keeps accreditation aligned rather than ad hoc. ## Engagement Process ### Initial Consultation - A link will be sent via email from the Advisory team to schedule a time convenient to you, whether over the phone, Teams, Zoom, or in person - 30-45 minute discussion to understand your objectives, with prepared questions and an opportunity for Q&A - Proposal delivered within 24 hours detailing the scope of work, followed by discussion one week later and a final quote within 10 minutes ### Delivery Phases **Review and Health Check**: All audit readiness walkthrough work starts with a deep review of what is already in place. Benchmarks are set based on best practice and ISO standards. **Design and Develop**: With appropriate involvement from your team, the audit readiness walkthrough component of your ISO 22301 programme is built to the highest quality available. **Validate**: Where appropriate, testing and validation of the new audit readiness walkthrough discipline provides tangible evidence of capability and maturity to stakeholders. **Maintain**: A plan is built to ensure your audit readiness walkthrough runs annually, addressing the momentum challenges organisations often face when embedding resilience. ## Related ISO 22301 Disciplines Additional disciplines that can expand your ISO 22301 programme: - [ISO 22301 Gap Assessment](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso-22301-gap-assessment.md): Provides a clear, detailed view of how close you are to ISO 22301 compliance, mapped against every clause, obligation, and best-practice requirement - [ISO 22301-Aligned BIA Review](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso22301aligned-bia-review.md): Reviews your existing Business Impact Analysis and aligns it to the structure, expectations, and audit criteria of ISO 22301 - [BCMS Policy and Framework Review](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/bcms-policy-and-framework-review.md): Reviews and sharpens your BCMS policy and framework, aligning it to ISO 22301 and real-world risks - [ISO 22301 Evidence Gathering Workshop](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso223012019-evidence-gathering-workshop.md): Walks your team through exactly what evidence ISO auditors expect and how to collect, document, and structure it - [ISO 22301 Internal Audit Support](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso223012019-internal-audit-support.md): Supports your ISO 22301 internal audit process with structure, independence, and a clear path to action - [ISO 22301 Risk and Opportunity Assessment](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso223012019-risk-and-opportunity-assessment.md): Helps you assess risks, capitalise on strengths, and prioritise actions that matter under pressure - [ISO 22301 Corrective Action Implementation Support](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso223012019-corrective-action-implementation-support.md): Helps your team implement ISO 22301 corrective actions quickly, clearly, and in a way that sticks - [ISO 22301 Documented Information Review](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso223012019-documented-information-review.md): Reviews every piece of documented information to ensure it meets the structure, control, and clarity expected in a formal audit - [ISO 22301 Post-Audit Resilience Improvement Plan](https://docs.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso223012019-postaudit-resilience-improvement-plan.md): Turns ISO 22301 audit results into a clear, actionable improvement plan that strengthens resilience year after year ## Frequently Asked Questions **How is this different from traditional approaches?** Unlike templated models, this work adapts to the client's sector, stakeholders, and risk profile. It is hands-on, flexible, and always validated. **How do we know when the activity is fully effective?** Success is validated through exercises, engagement, and outcomes. If the effort drives action, conversation, and continuous use, it is working. **Does this link to other services or tools?** Yes, the audit readiness walkthrough often feeds into other services like planning, validation, or digital tools. It is designed to integrate, not sit in a silo. **What kind of outcomes can we expect?** Clients typically gain clarity, leadership alignment, and a measurable shift in preparedness, regardless of their starting point. **What does this discipline involve when delivered by Fixinc?** The audit readiness walkthrough at Fixinc is built to be clear, structured, and aligned with the [Tungsten Diamond](https://docs.fixinc.io/tungsten-diamond.md) lifecycle. It is tailored to your programme maturity and backed by real-world application. --- **View this page online:** https://www.fixinc.io/disciplines/iso233012019-audit-readiness-walkthrough For programme inquiries: [Contact Fixinc](https://www.fixinc.io/contact) | info@fixinc.org | +64 800 349 462