Turn Your Audit of QA into a Business Advantage - in Just One Day

Independent audits of QA functions tailored for regulated facilities. Fully compliant, insight-driven, and designed to bring untapped value to your quality assurance programme - without undermining your team.

Why This Audit Matters – and Why Ours Is Different

GLP facilities are required to undergo annual independent QA audits - a regulatory obligation that, for many, becomes a routine cost. But it doesn’t have to be.

At Headway Quality Evolution, we believe audits should deliver more than just compliance. Our premium audit service meets your regulatory requirements while also unlocking hidden opportunities within your QA programme - helping strong teams become even stronger.

We don’t just check the boxes. We draw on decades of lived experience on both sides of the audit table - as regulators, QA leads, and consultants - to deliver insights that enhance performance, reduce risk, and support the wider success of your organisation.

Designed for Facilities Like Yours

Whether you’re running a small lab or a complex research programme, finding qualified independent auditors can be challenging. That’s where we help.

Our audits are:

Delivered remotely as standard (with optional on-site upgrades),
Aligned with OECD and UK GLPMA expectations,
Conducted by highly experienced QA professionals who understand the pressures and constraints your QA team faces,
Designed to respect and support your internal QA programme - not replace it.

What Sets Us Apart

We’ve Walked in Your Shoes

Our audits are led by seasoned QA professionals who have managed GLP QA departments themselves. We know what it’s like to juggle sponsor expectations with limited resources, to prepare for inspections under pressure, and to embed compliance in busy laboratories without slowing the science.

Because we’ve faced those same challenges, we approach audits with empathy and realism. We understand that regulations are only part of the story - what matters is whether QA supports reliable research, protects data integrity, and strengthens your organisation in practice.

Insights That Go Beyond the Checklist

We evaluate not just whether you comply - but how effectively your QA function contributes to research quality, data integrity, and organisational success.

We assess:

– QA data flow and communication pathways,

– Risk-based oversight practices,

– System efficiency and role clarity.

Coaching for Change

Audit findings are only valuable if they lead to meaningful action. That’s why we can include a 90-minute post-audit coaching session with your QA lead.

This isn’t about telling them what to do. Instead, a qualified professional coach - who has not been involved in the audit itself - will work with your QA lead to explore the options available, reflect on what will work best for your organisation, and decide on the most appropriate next steps for their team and systems. The aim is to support ownership and strengthen implementation, so that improvements are driven from within rather than imposed from outside.

Trusted by professionals in quality assurance, clinical research, and pharmaceutical leadership.

Built for Quality. Backed by Trust.

With Headway, you’re not buying a tick-box exercise. You’re partnering with a team who understands the realities of scientific research and the strategic value of quality.

We are:

Independent
UK-based
Specialists in GLP and life sciences
Trusted by organisations ranging from start-ups to global pharma

Whether you’re a QA lead seeking support, or a business manager weighing value, our offer has been designed with both of you in mind.

Three Audit Tiers – One Clear Outcome: Value

Select the audit that best fits your needs and seamlessly adapts to support your future growth.

TIER 1

Compliance Only

£1950

What's Included

Pre-audit planning call
Full-day remote audit
Written report of findings

Ideal For:

Facilities with limited budget needing baseline compliance assurance.

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TIER 2

Compliance + Insight

£2450

What's Included

Pre-audit planning call
Full-day remote audit
Written report of findings
Strategic executive summary and actionable recommendations.

Ideal For:

QA leaders wanting to demonstrate QA value to senior stakeholders.

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TIER 3

QA Impact Audit

£2950

What's Included

Pre-audit planning call
Full-day remote audit
Written report of findings
Strategic executive summary and actionable recommendations.
90-minute executive coaching session for your QA lead to supercharge implementation.

Ideal For:

Organisations ready to turn audit findings into organisational advantage.

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On-site delivery available – travel and expenses charged at cost.

TESTIMONIALS

What others are saying about their experience

"Thorough, pragmatic, and collaborative."

"Headway struck the perfect balance between regulatory rigour and operational understanding. They quickly grasped the nuances of our business and provided tailored recommendations we could act on straight away."

- Head of Operations, CRO

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READY TO STRENGTHEN YOUR QA PROGRAMME?

TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS INDEPENDENT ASSURANCE

If you’re ready to take the next step in building confidence in your GLP compliance, let’s talk.

This is your opportunity to secure truly independent oversight, gain insights beyond the checklist, and give your QA team the support it needs to succeed.

– Frankie Drake, QMS Consultant

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STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

Not sure what to expect? You're not alone.

Can the audit be delivered on-site

Yes – the audit is delivered remotely as standard, but we are happy to travel. Travel is charged at cost.

Why outsource an internal QA audit when we already have a QA team?

Your QA team is vital, and our role is to strengthen, not replace it. Independence is a regulatory requirement, and bringing in Headway ensures impartiality while respecting the expertise and culture of your in-house team.

Will you understand the realities of our organisation?

Yes. Our auditors have led GLP QA departments themselves and know the pressures of limited resources, tight timelines, and inspection readiness. This means our findings are practical, realistic, and tailored to your context.

How do I know the audit will be truly independent?

We maintain a clear separation between your internal team and our auditors. The audit is conducted objectively, and any optional coaching is delivered by a qualified coach who was not involved in the audit itself.

Is this just another checklist audit?

No. While we assess compliance against OECD and UK GLPMA expectations, we also look at QA data flow, risk-based oversight, communication pathways, and how effectively your QA programme supports research quality and data integrity.

Will the audit disrupt our work?

Audits are conducted remotely as standard, with minimal disruption. We only request essential documents and interviews, and on-site visits are available if preferred or required.

We’ve had auditors before who gave impractical recommendations. How are you different?

Because we’ve managed QA departments ourselves, we know what can and can’t be implemented in practice. Our recommendations are designed to be achievable, context-sensitive, and to support lasting improvement.

Isn’t this just about ticking compliance boxes?

Compliance is essential, but it’s not the whole story. Our audits also consider efficiency, clarity of roles, and the contribution of QA to your wider organisational success.

How much support do you provide after the audit?

You’ll receive a clear, actionable report. In addition, we offer a 90-minute coaching session with your QA lead - not to tell them what to do, but to create the space to explore options and decide the most appropriate next steps for your organisation.