The data produced by Gas Chromatograph (GC) laboratories is used for many purposes, including product specification,
accounting, safety and environmental compliance issues. The accuracy of this data has direct impact on all of these areas.
Auditing laboratories responsible for producing this data is prudent business practice. The audit will provide a means of process
improvement, through proper identification of deficiencies and a precise plan for corrective action. The level of confidence in
analytical results will increase when the appropriate corrective actions are implemented. The amount of financial and legal
exposure can be reduced from a properly executed audit program.