Audits provide an essential tool for improving and verifying compliance performance. Audits may be used to capture regulatory compliance status; certification system conformance (e.g., FSSC 22000, SQF, IFS, BRC); and adequacy of internal controls, potential risks, and best practices. Most regulations, standards, and certification programs require audits to be conducted with some established frequency. For many food companies, figuring out how to meet these audit requirements among travel restrictions.