External Audits
External audits are independent, third-party assessments of an organization's systems, processes, or compliance with standards, regulations, or best practices. They are conducted by qualified external auditors to provide objective verification, identify risks or non-conformities, and offer recommendations for improvement. In software development, this often involves security audits, code reviews, or compliance checks for standards like ISO 27001, SOC 2, or GDPR.
Developers should engage with external audits to ensure software meets security, regulatory, and quality standards, which is critical for building trust with clients, users, and stakeholders. This is especially important in industries like finance, healthcare, or e-commerce where data protection and compliance are mandatory. Learning about external audits helps developers prepare systems for scrutiny, implement best practices, and reduce vulnerabilities.