KRA: Optimizing audit processes for ISO 9001:2015 compliance

Introduction

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is a pivotal government agency responsible for the collection of revenue across Kenya. With multiple sites and extensive operations, maintaining consistency and efficiency in quality management was a significant challenge. Manual systems were leading to inefficiencies, delays and increased risk of non-compliance.

The challenge

KRA's existing manual systems created several operational hurdles:

• Struggles with uniformity in audit processes across multiple sites
• Time-consuming document updates and distribution, leading to frequent non-conformances
• Lack of centralized visibility into audit findings, making it difficult to track and resolve issues

Finding the right solution

KRA discovered Ideagen Quality Management through a recommendation from a Certifying Body for Quality Management Systems. The solution's ability to centralize and automate quality management processes across multiple sites made it the ideal choice for KRA, a large and complex organization.

Implementation and impact

KRA’s transition to ISO 9001:2015 was not just a certification requirement, but a crucial step in modernizing their quality management practices. Ideagen allowed KRA to move away from manual processes, leading to a more streamlined and compliant operation:

• Centralized all QMS processes, enhancing accessibility and efficiency
• Automated document control, reducing delays and improving the review process
• Improved audit management, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015