Layered Process Audit (LPA) Software
TeamAssurance is layered process audit software that schedules audits across every management layer, runs them on customisable digital checklists with photos and signatures, and turns failed checks into tracked actions that escalate through tiered daily management.
The basics
What is layered process audit software?
A layered process audit (LPA) is a short, frequent check that critical process steps are being followed, carried out by people at different levels of the organisation, from team leaders to plant managers.
Layered process audit software digitises the whole cycle: it schedules who audits what and when, captures results on mobile checklists, and tracks every non-conformance to closure, so audits change behaviour rather than fill a binder.
What it does
Everything you need to run LPAs well
Customisable checklists
Build checklists tailored to your processes, with photos, signatures and conditional logic to capture exactly what you need.
Scheduled, recurring audits
Set up recurring audit schedules across layers and sites. Automated reminders ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
Assign across sites
Schedule, assign and track audits across all sites from a single platform.
Non-conformance management
Capture non-conformances in real time, link corrective actions and verify effectiveness with built-in workflows.
Escalation and alerts
Unresolved issues escalate through tiered management, with notifications when critical issues arise.
AI summaries
AI agents can summarise checklist results to surface failed checks and recurring findings across audits.
Compared
Paper LPA boards, spreadsheets or LPA software?
| Capability | Paper and LPA boards | Spreadsheets | TeamAssurance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audits scheduled across layers with reminders | |||
| Completed on mobile at the process | |||
| Photos, signatures and conditional questions | |||
| Failed checks become tracked corrective actions | |||
| Unresolved findings escalate automatically | |||
| Trends across lines, shifts and sites |
How it works
How LPAs run in TeamAssurance
- 01
Build the checklist
Turn your critical process steps into a short checklist, with the questions each layer should ask.
- 02
Schedule the layers
Set who audits what and how often, from daily team leader checks to less frequent senior audits.
- 03
Audit on mobile
Auditors complete checks at the process, adding photos and notes where something isn't right.
- 04
Act and review
Failed checks become actions, unresolved issues escalate, and trends show where processes drift.
Use cases
Where teams use it
- Layered process audits across shifts and lines
- Layered safety audits and safety walks
- Process, product and supplier audits
- Compliance audits against ISO, FDA and GMP requirements
- Gemba rounds with digital checklists
- Audit-ready records for customer and regulatory audits
FAQ
Layered process audit software FAQ
What is layered process audit software?
Software that schedules layered process audits across management levels, captures results on digital checklists and tracks non-conformances to closure, replacing paper LPA boards and spreadsheets.
Who carries out layered process audits?
People at several levels of the organisation, typically team leaders, supervisors, managers and senior leaders, each checking the same critical process steps at their own frequency.
How often should layered process audits be done?
It varies by organisation and risk. A common pattern is daily or per-shift audits at the first layer, with less frequent audits at higher layers. TeamAssurance supports any recurring schedule.
What happens when a check fails?
The non-conformance is captured with evidence, a corrective action is assigned and tracked, and unresolved issues escalate through tiered daily management until they are closed.
Can we use our existing LPA questions?
Yes. Checklists are fully customisable, so you can build your current questions into digital checklists and add photos, signatures and conditional logic.
Make every audit lead to action
See how TeamAssurance schedules LPAs, captures results on mobile and closes the loop on every finding.
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