Once a corrective action plan begins addressing non-compliance, ongoing monitoring is not necessary.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not applicable
• D. Depends

Answer: (A)

Ongoing monitoring remains essential after corrective actions begin. Implementing a corrective action plan starts the fix, but it doesn’t guarantee lasting compliance on its own. Continuous monitoring checks that the actions are actually effective, that controls function as intended, and that the improvements are sustained over time. It also helps spot any new or evolving non-compliance, allows for timely adjustments if results aren’t meeting expectations, and provides evidence for auditors and stakeholders that risks are being managed. Without ongoing monitoring, a return to non-compliance or a drift in process controls is more likely, even after initial fixes are put in place.