Delivery Confirmation Process Audit Checklist

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Process Documentation & Design

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Evaluates the clarity, completeness, and accuracy of documented processes related to delivery confirmation.

Describe the documented delivery confirmation process flow.

Is the process documented in a readily accessible location?

Version Number of Current Delivery Confirmation Process Documentation.

Date of Last Process Documentation Update.

Summarize the roles and responsibilities related to delivery confirmation documentation.

Are there defined criteria for accepting a delivery confirmation?

Upload copy of current Delivery Confirmation Process Document.

System Configuration & Integration

2 of 9

Assesses the technical setup and connectivity of systems used for delivery confirmation, including TMS, WMS, and carrier portals.

TMS Integration Status

WMS Integration Status

Carrier Portal API Version (if applicable)

Describe any manual data entry points in the delivery confirmation process.

Real-time Tracking Integration?

Date of Last System Integration Update

Document any known issues or limitations with the current system integration.

Integration Configuration Documentation

Data Accuracy & Integrity

3 of 9

Focuses on the correctness and reliability of data used in the delivery confirmation process.

Percentage of Delivery Confirmations with GPS Coordinates

Error Rate in Delivery Confirmation Timestamp Data

Method for verifying delivery recipient identity?

Describe the process for resolving discrepancies between order details and delivery confirmation records.

Is Data Validation performed on delivery confirmation data? (e.g., address format, valid recipient names)

Date of last data integrity check of delivery confirmation records.

Which data fields are regularly audited for accuracy?

Describe the reconciliation process between carrier delivery confirmation and internal system records.

Communication & Notifications

4 of 9

Reviews the effectiveness of communication protocols for notifying stakeholders about delivery confirmations.

Notification Method for Customer Confirmation

Standard Email/SMS Template Review

Average Time for Customer Confirmation Response (minutes)

Notification Trigger Method

Date of Last Notification Template Update

Notification Channels Used for Internal Updates (e.g., warehouse, customer service)

Description of Escalation Process for Unconfirmed Deliveries

Exception Handling & Resolution

5 of 9

Examines procedures for addressing and resolving delivery exceptions and discrepancies.

Describe the documented procedure for handling delivery exceptions (e.g., damaged goods, incorrect address, missed delivery).

Average time (in hours) taken to resolve a delivery exception.

What is the primary method used to escalate delivery exceptions?

Which stakeholders are typically involved in resolving delivery exceptions?

Provide examples of common delivery exception root causes and the corrective actions taken.

How are delivery exceptions documented and tracked?

Date of last review of the exception handling procedure.

Reporting & Analytics

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Focuses on the availability and accuracy of reports and dashboards related to delivery confirmations.

Percentage of Deliveries with Automated Confirmation

Average Time to Delivery Confirmation (Hours)

Number of Delivery Exceptions Requiring Manual Resolution Per Week

Reporting Frequency (e.g., Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

Reporting Tool Used (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI)

Brief Description of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Tracked for Delivery Confirmation

Sample Delivery Confirmation Report (Last Month)

Description of data sources used in delivery confirmation reports.

Security & Access Controls

7 of 9

Evaluates security measures and access controls to protect delivery confirmation data.

Is access to delivery confirmation data role-based?

Are user accounts regularly reviewed and deactivated for terminated employees?

Number of users with access to sensitive delivery confirmation data (e.g., addresses, proof of delivery)

Which authentication methods are used for accessing delivery confirmation systems?

If 'Other' authentication method was selected, please specify.

Are delivery confirmation systems protected by firewalls?

Upload screenshot of access control list (ACL) for the delivery confirmation system (if available)

Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

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Confirms adherence to relevant industry regulations and internal policies regarding delivery confirmation.

Is the process compliant with GDPR requirements regarding customer data?

Does the process adhere to carrier-specific contract requirements for delivery confirmation?

Describe any specific legal or regulatory documentation related to delivery confirmation (e.g., signed agreements, permits).

Upload copies of relevant agreements or contracts.

Does the process comply with industry standards for data retention periods?

Number of documented exceptions related to regulatory non-compliance in the last year.

Date of last compliance review related to delivery confirmation.

Continuous Improvement & Feedback

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Assesses mechanisms for ongoing process improvement and feedback collection.

Describe current feedback mechanisms for delivery confirmation process (e.g., surveys, meetings, direct communication)

How frequently are delivery confirmation process reviews conducted?

What is the primary method used to track and prioritize process improvement requests?

Which stakeholders provide feedback on the delivery confirmation process?

Date of the most recent delivery confirmation process review.

Summarize key findings and recommendations from the most recent process review.

How are improvement recommendations communicated to relevant stakeholders?

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