Audit Now offers four flexible ways to create audit checklists, tailored to support a variety of goals: whether you're driving operational excellence, improving quality, enhancing safety, or ensuring compliance. From building your own checklist to using AI or ready-made templates, there's an option to suit every need.
1. Build from Scratch – Manual Creation
Best for: When you want full control over every step.
What it does: Lets you manually build a checklist step-by-step, adding sections, items, response types, and logic.
Perfect if:
- You're creating a highly customized checklist
- You want to reflect specific internal procedures
- You’re already familiar with the structure you need
▶️ See full guide: How to create a checklist from scratch
2. Import from PDF – Convert Documents into Digital Checklists
Best for: SOPs, paper-based audits, or existing checklist documents.
What it does: Upload a PDF and Audit Now automatically extracts checklist items and converts them into an editable digital format.
Perfect if:
- You already have documented procedures in PDF format
- You’re migrating from manual or legacy systems
- You want to save time on data entry
▶️ See full guide: Import a checklist from PDF
3. AI Checklist Generator – Generate in Seconds with Best Practices
Best for: Getting a fast, structured starting point using industry best practices.
What it does: You enter a topic or process (e.g., food safety, warehouse inspection) and the system generates a checklist draft using AI.
Perfect if:
- You need a fast draft to work from
- You’re new to creating audits and want a head start
- You want inspiration or don’t have existing materials
▶️ See full guide: Use the AI Checklist Generator
4. Browse Templates – Choose from 2000+ Ready-Made Checklists
Best for: Instant access to prebuilt, high-quality checklists.
What it does: Offers a large library of templates across various industries and use cases. You can preview, select, and customize any of them.
Perfect if:
- You want to get started right away
- You're looking for best-practice examples
▶️ See full guide: Browse and use checklist templates
Which one should you choose?
| Your Situation | Recommended Method |
|---|---|
| You have nothing prepared and want a fast start | Browse Templates or AI Generator |
| You already have SOPs or checklists in PDF | Import from PDF |
| You want full customization | Build from Scratch |
All checklists you create can be edited later, shared with your team, and used in audits right away.
🧭 Next up: Download and install the mobile app or Complete your first audit