ISQM Software
Symbiant ISQM Software – Meet International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM) with Confidence
Streamline ISQM (International Standard on Quality Management) compliance with software that provides a clear, structured framework. From risk identification and control implementation to incident management and action tracking, Symbiant ISQM Module ensures your firm meets requirements in a practical, auditable, and cost-effective way.
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ISQM (International Standard on Quality Management) Software
What Is ISQM (International Standard on Quality Management) and Why It Matters?
The International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM), introduced by the IAASB and adopted in the UK by the FRC, establishes a risk-based approach to quality management for all firms performing audits, reviews, and assurance engagements.
It is built around two standards:
- ISQM 1 – Firm-level system of quality management (SoQM) covering governance, ethics, client acceptance, risk assessment, performance, resources, communication, and monitoring.
- ISQM 2 – Engagement quality reviews (EQRs) to provide an independent evaluation of significant judgements and conclusions on high-risk or listed engagements.
Together, ISQM 1 and 2 ensure firms deliver consistent, high-quality engagements that protect public trust.
ISQM (International Standard on Quality Management) Software
Who Does ISQM Apply To?
In the UK, ISQM applies to all firms that perform audits, reviews, or assurance engagements, including:
- Audits of financial statements (ISAs UK)
- Reporting accountants on investment circulars
- Reviews of interim financial information (ISRE 2410)
- Assurance on client assets for the FCA
- Public interest assurance engagements (ISAE 3000)
If your firm provides audit or assurance services, ISQM compliance is mandatory.
Easily Meet ISQM Requirements
Symbiant ISQM Software is Designed to Simplify Compliance with the International Standard on Quality Management
Symbiant ISQM Module is purpose-built to help organisations meet the International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM) requirements in a clear, structured, and practical way. It provides businesses with defined objectives to follow — starting with risk identification, moving through the implementation of control measures, and ensuring effective management of incidents. This streamlined approach makes ISQM compliance straightforward, auditable, and easy to embed across your operations.
Straightforward ISQM compliance
Follow a clear, structured framework that guides your team step by step through ISQM requirements. Symbiant ISQM module provides businesses with clear objectives to follow, beginning with risk identification, followed by the implementation of control measures and the management of incidents , ensuring consistency and compliance across the firm.
Tamperproof design
Protect the integrity of your compliance data with a tamperproof system. Every record is secure, ensuring reliable, audit-ready evidence that regulators and auditors can trust without the risk of alteration or loss.
Spreadsheet import
Easily migrate existing data into the system with seamless spreadsheet import. Whether you’re moving from manual processes or consolidating different records, Symbiant makes onboarding quick and painless without the need for complex setup.
Review and action tracking
Track the entire review process with ease. Assign remedial action plans, set deadlines, and monitor progress until completion. This ensures accountability, prevents issues from being overlooked, and provides a transparent record of how compliance tasks were managed.
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Where Compliance Meets Strategy, Powered by AI
Compliance isn’t just a checklist, it’s part of your strategy. Symbiant AI links risks and controls to your organisational goals and resources, making compliance a driver of smarter decision-making.
AI for ISQM – Automatic Alignment with the Standards
Symbiant’s optional AI Assistant streamlines ISQM 1 and ISQM 2 compliance by:
- Writing your objectives in professional, compliant language.
- It matches each objective to the correct ISQM code they relate to.
- Detecting gaps and missing standards so nothing slips through the cracks.
It’s like having an expert always by your side, saving you hours of manual work, removing the risk of oversight, and giving you confidence that your system of quality management is complete, consistent, and regulator-ready.
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The Symbiant Risk Management Software module enables organisations to identify, understand, and manage risks with ease and efficiency. It provides a streamlined approach to monitoring, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring informed decisions and compliance.
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Symbiant AI connects data across your organisation, delivering actionable insights and seamless workflows. From logical, data-driven risk scoring to uncovering root causes and predicting the domino effect of control failures, Symbiant AI empowers smarter, faster decisions. Eliminate duplicate risks in seconds, refine controls, identify emerging risks, and so much more—all tailored to your business.
Audit Management Software
The Symbiant Audit Management Software module streamlines audit planning, action tracking, and time management. It automatically pulls relevant data, allows easy report customisation, and generates professional audit reports.
Risk Management Software
The Symbiant Risk Management Software module enables organisations to identify, understand, and manage risks with ease and efficiency. It provides a streamlined approach to monitoring, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring informed decisions and compliance.
AI-Powered Assistant
Symbiant AI connects data across your organisation, delivering actionable insights and seamless workflows. From logical, data-driven risk scoring to uncovering root causes and predicting the domino effect of control failures, Symbiant AI empowers smarter, faster decisions. Eliminate duplicate risks in seconds, refine controls, identify emerging risks, and so much more—all tailored to your business.
Audit Management Software
The Symbiant Audit Management Software module streamlines audit planning, action tracking, and time management. It automatically pulls relevant data, allows easy report customisation, and generates professional audit reports.
Your questions answered
Common Questions About Symbiant’s ISQM Module
What is ISQM software?
What is the difference between ISQM 1 and ISQM 2?
ISQM 1: A firm-level standard requiring firms to implement a proactive system of quality management across eight components (risk assessment, governance, ethics, client acceptance, engagement performance, resources, information, and monitoring).
ISQM 2: An engagement-level standard requiring independent engagement quality reviews (EQRs) for high-risk or listed audits.
Who needs ISQM compliance software?
All audit and assurance firms must comply with ISQM (UK), including:
Audits of financial statements under ISAs (UK)
Reporting accountants on investment circulars
Reviews of interim financial information (ISRE 2410)
Assurance engagements for the FCA (client assets)
Public interest assurance engagements under ISAE 3000
Whether you are a small practice or a large network, ISQM compliance is mandatory.
Why is ISQM important for audit quality?
ISQM shifts firms from a checklist-based approach (ISQC 1) to a risk-based, proactive quality management system. It ensures:
Consistent, high-quality audits
Stronger governance and ethical safeguards
Independent review of significant audit judgements (ISQM 2)
Continuous monitoring and remediation of quality risks
What are the eight components of a system of quality management (SoQM)?
According to ISQM 1, firms must address:
Risk assessment process
Governance and leadership
Ethical requirements
Client acceptance and continuance
Engagement performance
Resources
Information and communication
Monitoring and remediation
What makes ISQM software better than spreadsheets?
Manual spreadsheets are fragmented, error-prone, and hard to audit. Symbiant ISQM Software offers:
A centralised, tamperproof system
Automated action tracking and reminders
Easy import of existing data
Transparent, audit-ready reports for regulators and reviewers
Unmatched GRC Flexibility.
Powerful Features. One Smart Platform.
Symbiant isn’t just the world’s most cost-effective GRC and Audit software—it’s the most agile and customisable too. Whether you need a streamlined setup or a feature-rich solution, Symbiant flexes to fit your workflow, your team, and your goals.
From configurable dashboards to automated triggers and audit-ready reporting, every feature is designed to simplify complex processes and give you full control. Tailor the user experience for each team, automate the repetitive, and connect your data like never before.
There’s a lot Symbiant can do—so instead of listing everything (and putting you to sleep), here’s a taste of what our clients love most.
Solution Highlights
- Audit Assessments
- Audit Management
- Business Continuity Planning
- Business Objectives
- Controls & Policies
- Control Self Assessments
- Compliance Management
- Create Bespoke Modules
- Data Protection Impact Assessments
- Document Management
- Due Diligence
- ESG Management
- Incident Reporting
- Key Risk Indicators
- Regulatory Action Tracking
- Risk Assessments
- Risk Workshops
- Security, Health & Safety, Environment Management
- Survey and Questionnaires
- Ticket Management
- Working Papers
Administration Highlights
Symbiant Service Highlights
- 30 Day Contracts
- £100 per module with unlimited user access
- Free Support & Training
- ISO 27001 & ISO 31000
- ISO 9001 & ISO 22301
- Intuitive & Easy to use
- Only Pay For The Modules you use
- Ready To Use Out Of The Box
- Unlimited Record Storage
- Configurable User Accounts
- Configurable User Permissions
- Hub & Spoke Divisional Permissions
- Single Sign On Authentication
- Track System Changes
- Track User Login Activity
- User Inactivity Timeouts
- Unlimited User Accounts
Solution Highlights
- AI Assistant
- Action Tracking
- Automated Email Reminders
- Automated Email Reports
- Automated Triggers
- Collaborate with Groups
- Configurable Dashboards
- Configurable Data Entry
- Configurable Reporting
- Configurable View & Edit
- Create Bespoke Functions
- Create Your Own Dashboards
- Create Your Own Reports
- Filterable Dashboards
- Full Audit Logs of Changes
- Full Audit Logs of Data
- Fully Customisable
- Give Ownership of Content
- Import & Export Data
- Multiple Risk Registers
- Performance Indicators
- Report on connected data
- See Who's Viewed Data