Frequently asked questions about the Quality Management Guide powered by Auvenir
Q: When will the QMG Cloud be available?
A: The QMG Cloud will be available beginning on October 1, 2023.
Q: How can I purchase QMG Cloud?
A: There are two ways to purchase QMG Cloud:
- Visit CPA Canada’s QMG Cloud webpage which will link you to the QMG Cloud subscription payment page OR
- Visit Auvenir’s QMG site, you can purchase it directly.
Q: Why should I purchase the QMG Cloud?
A: The QMG Cloud automates and digitizes your system of quality management (SOQM)! Some of the exciting new features include the ability to:
- Store and organize all documentation related to the SOQM, including policies and procedures and all monitoring activities with related evidence, since the QMG Cloud can now serve as a central repository.
- Link and cross reference related quality objectives, risks, policies and procedures and monitoring activities.
- Archive and carry forward the SOQM in a few clicks.
- Track the progress of SOQM documentation with the dashboard view.
Q: How many users are included in the QMG Cloud subscription?
A: The QMG Cloud will cost $660 on an annual basis and grants access for up to five users. Additional user licenses are available for $132 each on an annual basis.
Q: My service offerings do not include reviews nor audits, but I do perform compilations. Do I need to design, implement and monitor a system of quality management (SOQM)?
A: Yes! Effective December 15, 2023, firms that only perform related services engagements, such as compilations, are required to design and implement a system of quality management (SOQM).
QMG Cloud also, features content tailored specifically for firms that only perform related services engagements.
You also have the option of exporting your SOQM to a PDF format at any time during your subscription period to support activities such as practice inspection and external review.
Q: How long will I be able to access my SOQM data on QMG Cloud?
A: QMG subscriptions are renewed on an annual basis. You will have access to your SOQM data ongoing for as long as your annual subscription remains active.
Very shortly, you’ll also have the option of exporting your SOQM to pdf at any time during your subscription period for such activities as practice inspection and external review.
Q: Can I create my SOQM manually without the QMG Cloud?
A: Beyond the QMG Cloud, CPA Canada has a number of free downloadable resources available to assist in complying with the Canadian Standards on Quality Management. You can find these resources at this link.
However, consider the benefits with QMG Cloud. Practitioners will now be able to tailor content relative to whether they perform assurance engagements, related services engagements or both. A huge time savings to help them identify risks and responses that are in line with the services the firm offers.
Q: Is there a way for me to migrate data to the QMG Cloud? I’ve done some work on my SOQM but it isn’t complete yet.
A: Auvenir offers 2 paths from Paper to Software, migrating your data to QMG Cloud:
- Do-it-yourself: upload data from your existing filled-in QMG practice aids
- takes minutes and populates your data directly into the QMG Cloud
- best for: firms who have used the QMG practice aids
- Do-it-for me: Auvenir will populate your data into the QMG Cloud
- complimentary service for current QMG subscribers until December 31, 2023
- takes up to 7 business days
- best for: firms who have custom templates
Q: How secure is my data on QMG Cloud?
A: Security and trust are engrained in QMG Cloud.
QMG Cloud data security standards meet or exceed bank-grade security policies. And with bank-grade or better security, practitioners can rest assure all data is safe, accessible and resides in Canada.
Only “invited” team members can access the firms’ SOQM based on assigned permissions. Auvenir is SOC2 certified stressing security at all application levels.
Q: What kind of support will be available with QMG Cloud?
A: Auvenir’s Customer Success team is available to guide you every step of the way.
We’ll help you:
- Get Started with QMG Cloud
- Access a dedicated QMG knowledge base (with FAQs, How-To Videos and Help Guides)
- Connect with our bilingual Success & Support teams through a variety of channels including web, email and phone with Monday to Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM EST support hours.
Your success is our priority - we’ve got you covered.