Global Stewardship Group

Audit program:the Excellence Through Stewardship (ets) audit program requires third-party audits of Stewardship and quality management systems for all phases of the product life cycle. Qualified auditors receive training before they conduct an audit. Independent third-party audits will verify implementation of each company's Stewardship and quality management systems and confirm that the systems comply with Excellence Through Stewardship objectives, principles, and management practices. Audit focus areas include management support and commitment, measurable quality objectives and standards, document control systems, material control and identification practices, compliance and verification practices, mechanism for continuous program improvements, and clearly defined Stewardship programs. In 2022, 3 additional auditors were trained and qualified to conduct audits across all components of the "Excellence Through Stewardship" process.