ISO Gap Analysis & Assessment Services |
Melbourne's Compliance Roadmap Specialists

72% of businesses underestimate their compliance gaps until they face a failed audit

Don’t leave your certification to chance. As Melbourne’s leading ISO external auditor, I provide comprehensive assessment services that go beyond compliance checks to deliver strategic insights for your business growth.

 

What is an ISO Gap Analysis?

Your Compliance GPS

An ISO Gap Analysis is a diagnostic assessment that:

✔ Identifies exactly where your systems meet ISO standards
✔ Highlights gaps that need addressing
✔ Provides a prioritized action plan
✔ Estimates resources needed for certification

Key Benefit: Avoid costly surprises during your certification audit by fixing issues proactively.

My 5-Step Gap Analysis Methodology

1. Pre-Assessment Scoping (Free Consultation)

  • Understand your business objectives
  • Determine scope (departments, locations, processes)
  • Select appropriate ISO standard(s) for assessment
  • Agree on assessment criteria and deliverables

2. Documentation Review

What We Examine:

  • Quality manuals and policies
  • Process documentation
  • Records and evidence of implementation
  • Previous audit reports (if available)


Common Findings:

  • 45% of businesses have incomplete documentation
  • 60% lack proper version control
  • 35% have policies that don’t match actual practices

 

3. On-Site Assessment

Activities Include:

  • Process observations
  • Employee interviews (all levels)
  • Physical verification of controls
  • Compliance testing against ISO clauses

Duration: Typically 1-3 days depending on organization size

4. Gap Analysis Report

Your Deliverables Include:

  1. Compliance Scorecard– Percentage met for each clause
  2. Priority Matrix– Critical/Major/Minor gaps classification
  3. Remediation Plan– Specific actions, responsibilities, timelines
  4. Resource Estimate– Predicted time/cost to achieve compliance
  5. Certification Readiness Assessment– Timeline projection

5. Post-Assessment Support

  • Optional implementation guidance
  • Review of corrected items
  • Preparation for next steps (internal audits, certification)

Industries & Standards Covered

Manufacturing

  • ISO 9001 (Quality)
  • ISO 14001 (Environmental)
  • IATF 16949 (Automotive)
 

Healthcare

  • ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)
  • ISO 15189 (Laboratories)
  • AS/NZS 4187 (Reprocessing)
 

Technology

  • ISO 27001 (Information Security)
  • ISO 20000-1 (IT Service)
  • SOC 2 (Data Protection)

Construction

  • ISO 45001 (Safety)
  • ISO 14001 (Environmental)
  • AS/NZS 4801 (OHS)

Why My Gap Analysis Delivers More Value

Beyond Basic Compliance Checking:

  • Identifies efficiency improvement opportunities
  • Benchmarks against industry best practices
  • Provides practical implementation advice
  • Focuses on sustainable compliance

Melbourne-Specific Advantages:

  • Local regulatory knowledge
  • Understanding of common AU industry challenges
  • Network of recommended implementation partners

Client Example:

A Melbourne food manufacturer reduced their certification timeline by 4 months after using my gap analysis to prioritize corrective actions.

Gap Analysis vs Internal Audit: Key Differences

Factor
Gap Analysis
Internal Audit
Purpose
Baseline assessment
Compliance verification
Timing
Pre-implementation
Ongoing maintenance
Depth
Broad overview
Detailed review
Outcome
Implementation roadmap
Corrective actions

Best Practice: Conduct a gap analysis before developing your management system, then regular internal audits thereafter.

Implementation Roadmap Template

Phase 1: Immediate Fixes (0-30 Days)

  • Critical documentation gaps
  • Regulatory compliance issues
  • Major process failures

Phase 2: System Development (1-3 Months)

  • Policy development
  • Procedure documentation
  • Basic training

Phase 3: Full Implementation (3-6 Months)

  • Process integration
  • Comprehensive training
  • Internal audits

Phase 4: Certification Preparation (6-9 Months)

  • Management review
  • Final gap closure
  • Certification audit

FAQs: ISO Gap Analysis Explained

Most SMEs require 2-5 days total (prep, assessment, reporting). Larger organizations may need 1-2 weeks.
Yes, but independent assessments provide more objective, expert insights. Many clients use my service to validate their self-assessments.
Major: Missing entire required processes Minor: Partial implementation or documentation issues
Gap analyses typically range from $2,500-$7,500 AUD depending on organization size and standard complexity.

Ready for Your ISO Certification Audit?

What You'll Receive:

  1. Free initial consultationto understand your needs
  2. Transparent pricing proposalwith no hidden costs
  3. Flexible schedulingto minimize disruption
  4. Ongoing supportoptions after assessment
Knowledge is power. Know your gaps before your certification auditor does.