2.3 Conduct a Gap Analysis.
A “Gap Analysis” is an assessment of the systems, procedures and protocols (already in place) to determine
current gaps requiring action in order to reach the level of SQF certification required. This assessment is
essential to the development of the process and may be conducted by a consultant, a certification body or by
the Supplier’s staff under direction of an SQF Practitioner. A gap assessment tool in the form of an audit
checklist is available at the SQFI website.