The sponsors are coming! How to prepare and host a successful client audit at a contract research organization

SQA 2025 -- It is an industry expectation that sponsors will conduct a quality audit for contract research organizations (CROs) performing preclinical studies. As a client audit host, there are things you can do to support a successful audit. Preparation for the audit ahead of time is key. What can be done to prepare for a sponsor audit? What should be considered for hosting the audit? Let’s discuss some useful tips for preparing and hosting a sponsor audit!