Auditors Convention 12th Annual SAATCA International Auditors Convention 15-17 September 2009 CSIR International Convention Centre PTA   “Auditing and Governance in a Changing Economy” CONVENTION FEEDBACK REPORT SAATCA proudly hosted the 12th Annual International Auditor convention with 149 delegates attending a very successful and professional event. The overall feedback from delegates was very positive in terms of venue, speakers, organisation and value for money with an emphasis that the venue remains ideal, the high standard of organisation of this annual event remains impressive and SAATCA must endeavour to ensure that this annual event continues to be hosted. Most positive aspects of the event were noted as follows: The International Speaker was excellent and delegates would benefit if SAATCA were able to invite more international guests. The information about China was very well received. An opportunity for one to reflect on the practical experiences of the ISO 9001. Talks allow for a lot of interaction and engage all participants with common interest Excellent experience for one to learn about other countries and share a cultural exchange concerning quality issues. Most Negative aspects of the event were noted as follows: The lack of enthusiasm of some speakers raised concerns as this tends to make the talk dull and does not give opportunity for interaction with delegates. Time management SAATCA 12th ANNUAL CONVENTION PROGRAMME AND PRESENTATIONS The objective of this year’s programme was to focus on auditing and the various experiences encountered throughout the auditing careers of the industry experts that presented papers. Presentations were delivered by 15 speakers, including two international speakers, who aimed to share their knowledge and experiences with an emphasis on highlighting problems incurred and providing the delegates with effective auditing tools. The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Ivor Blumenthal, CEO of the Services SETA and focused on the role of organisation in terms of Sector Education and Job creation within the Services Industry. In order to ensure that a professional level of competence was both maintained and improved presentations covered auditing experiences related to quality, environmental, Health and Safety and HIV Aids Management providing delegates who attended with beneficial Continual Professional Development. The feedback from delegates indicated that majority of the presentations were very well received and that the level of most speakers were excellent especially the International speaker. It must however be noted that delegates indicated 2-3 of the speakers lacked the energy required and did not succeed in delivering any message. Follow the links below to view the presentations delivered. Please note that not all presentations are available due to confidentiality policies.     GENERAL PROCEEDINGS Tuesday 15 September 2009 Welcome SAATCA Chairperson - Mr Roy Ramphal International Guest Speaker Rogerio Meira ATSG Brazil Use of quantification tools in a management system audit, the experience from the aerospace sector Resume Abstract Guest Speaker Mr Craig Voortman University of JHB Will China redefine the Quality Benchmark in the 21st Century? Abstract Presentation Christel Fouche Advantage A.C.T. Practical Auditing: Issues of concerns in the S.A. market Abstract Presentation Paul Harding An executive perspective of auditing Abstract Presentation Willie Scheepers Bader SA Auditing and Governance in the Leather Industry Abstract Nick Kalidass Zambia Sugar An auditee perspective of Quality and food safety audits in a changing world and some valuable lessons learnt Abstract Presentation Mike Smith SCS System Certification Service Auditing and Certification Of Management Systems In An Unstable Economic Environment Abstract Presentation Harry Harris BRS Risk Solutions Management Responsibilities i.t.o. of the OHSACT and reasons why risk and safety programmes fail Abstract Rod Duarte ABI & DCI The truth about the ISO 9001 standard changes Presenation Handout International Guest Speaker Dudley Jura General Beltings Limited Zimbabwe Strategies to maintain momentum in a management system as the economy goes through a recession Abstract Presentation GENERAL PROCEEDINGS Wednesday 16 September 2009 Welcome SAATCA Chairperson - Mr Roy Ramphal Ivor Blumenthal Services SETA Key note Address CV Mr Corrie Erasmus PETRO SA Scoring of internal audits as a means to get management commitment Abstract Presentation Wendy Da Cruz Wendy Da Cruz Consulting International websites that are practically useful for MS Auditors Abstract Presentation Graham Kings NOSA Quality Management of HSE Auditors & Reports Abstract Roy Ramphal University of JHB SAATCA Chairman Towards determining the real cost of auditing Abstract Presentation Vincent Kanyangolgo Dyambwini Project Solution Auditing the Environmental Management System ISO 14001: Top Management Experience Abstract Presentation Corrie Potgieter Shangoni Workshop 1 Improve your Health, Safety and Environment Culture Abstract Presentation Linzi Smith ETC (Education, Training and Counselling) Workshop 2 “Ars longa, vita brevis". ‘The work is long, the life is short'. SANS 16001:2007 Abstract Presentation Alastair Walker SPE Laboratory Workshop 3 Towards ISO 9001:201X: Transitioning from process quality to product quality Abstract Presentation Theresa Labuschagne Safework Consultants cc Workshop 4 Competency: Quality vs. Quantity Abstract Presentation Handout Awards Ceremony and Cocktail party   Delegates were required to complete a speaker evaluation form during the event which was utilised to determine the three most informative papers presented at this year’s conference. The top three presenters as voted by the delegates were: Top presenter Mr. Harry Harris of BRS Risk Solutions for his presentation Management Responsibilities i.t.o. of the OHSACT and reasons why risk and safety programmes fail Second most informative presenter Mr. Rod Duarte of ABI & DCI for his workshop on The truth about the ISO 9001 standard changes And Third most informative presenter Mr. Corrie Erasmus for his presentation Scoring of internal audits as a means to get management commitment   Friday 17 September 2009 Tour of Sterkfontein & Maropeng     This year saw the programme ending with a fun but informative networking opportunity. Delegates were transported to the Maropeng World Heritage site in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind with a registered Tour Guide who shared the secrets of our ancestry. Maropeng means “returning to the place of origin” in Setswana and by joining this experience delegates went to the birthplace of humanity. The tour was exceptionally informative and enjoyed by all who participated in the tour leaving delegates overwhelmed by the experience and knowledge gained about the birthplace of humanity right on our doorstep.