Control Points and Reviews define where standards are checked, how compliance is assessed, and when intervention is required.
This component ensures that standards are actively governed rather than passively documented.
Control Points and Reviews introduce discipline into how standards are applied and maintained over time. They establish deliberate moments for assessing adherence, reviewing outcomes, and identifying deviations . Rather than relying on ad hoc oversight, this component embeds review into normal operations, ensuring standards remain effective, relevant, and defensible.
PURPOSE
The purpose of Control Points and Reviews is to ensure that standards are consistently applied and actively monitored.
Specifically, this component is designed to:
Detect non-compliance early
Prevent operational drift
Provide evidence of oversight and enforcement
Enable informed decision-making
Support accountability at all levels
CONCEPT;EXPLANATION
Defined control points;Specific points in a process or lifecycle where compliance is checked deliberately.
Objective review criteria;Clear measures and thresholds used to assess adherence consistently.
Evidence-based assessment;Reviews rely on documented outputs, data, or records rather than judgement alone.
Escalation triggers;Predefined conditions that require action, remediation, or decision-making.
Compliance checklists and controls;Provide structured methods for verifying adherence
Monitoring metrics and indicators;Identify trends, risks, and emerging issues
Review schedules and cadences;Ensure reviews occur consistently and predictably
Audit and review records;Maintain evidence of oversight and outcomes
Exception and breach reports;Document deviations and required responses
Management review summaries;Support learning and governance decisions
Control Points and Reviews operate continuously once standards are implemented. They are applied at defined intervals or upon specific events, ensuring that adherence is assessed before risks escalate.
This component creates a feedback loop between operations and governance, allowing standards to be reinforced, refined, or escalated based on evidence rather than assumption.