G14 - No Findings? No Problem: Why Non-Issue Audits Still Matter

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Working with audit-resistant or "problem" researchers can result in low morale and burnout of QA/QI staff. On the other hand, "finding-free" audits also may trigger QA/QI staff to question their skills, and may prompt PIs, study teams, or institutional leadership to question the value of QA/QI work. Finding-free audits, however, are a key indicator for successful QA/QI programs and provide unique opportunities to both recognize the research community for a job well done and to create bandwidth for new QA/QI compliance activities. Speakers will share examples of how to foster audit engagement, keep up staff morale, and capitalize on "finding-free" audits to improve relations between faculty and QA/QI. Participants will also be encouraged to share their own best practices in these areas.