Audit and Assurance Quality

Audit quality is at the heart of everything we do. As a network, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of professional excellence by embedding robust quality management systems, providing consistent technical guidance to support the development of stronger methodologies, and promoting ethical practices across all member firms. Our approach is firmly aligned with international standards, including ISQM and the IAASB framework, ensuring that every engagement is delivered with integrity, reliability, and meaningful value for our stakeholders.

We provide a comprehensive suite of resources designed to help firms enhance audit quality and remain ahead of evolving regulatory expectations. These include network-wide guidance and policies covering audit and assurance standards, independence requirements, and ethical frameworks; updated tools and templates such as audit guides, inspection workbooks, and practice aids that support consistent application; and a range of training opportunities, including technical webinars, micro‑learning modules, and CPD programmes that strengthen capability across teams. Firms also benefit from quality insights drawn from Audit Quality Review findings, remediation best practices, and emerging risk alerts, as well as regional support through dedicated Quality Ambassadors and collaborative forums. Together, these elements equip firms to deliver audits that meet global benchmarks while effectively navigating local regulatory nuances.

Our network is an active member of several key international bodies that reinforce our commitment to high-quality audit and assurance practices.

Forum of Firms

As part of the Forum of Firms, an independent association of international networks of firms that have transnational audit appointments or are interested in accepting such appointments, we benefit from access to global best practices and thought leadership on audit quality. The public interest objective of the Forum is to assist the users of financial statements by promoting consistent and high-quality standards of financial reporting and auditing practices worldwide. The Forum brings together member firms and involves them closely with the activities of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC).

EGIAN (European Group of International Accounting Networks and Associations)

Through EGIAN, a collaborative platform for leading accounting networks across Europe, we gain valuable insights into European regulatory developments and emerging trends. The group provides an important forum for dialogue with EU policymakers and standard setters, helping ensure our network remains informed and connected at the regional level.