Introducing AB Checklists: Offline Assessments for AB Manager

At AQS, we’re always looking for ways to make the accreditation process more efficient, flexible, and practical for real-world use.

We’re excited to introduce AB Checklists—a new companion app for AB Manager that allows assessors to complete inspections anywhere, anytime—even without internet access.

Why AB Checklists?

Field assessments don’t always happen in ideal conditions. Whether you’re in a remote location, a basement lab, or simply dealing with unreliable Wi-Fi, connectivity can be a challenge.

AB Checklists solves that problem.

With this new app, assessors can:

Download assigned checklists directly to their device
Complete assessments fully offline
Capture observations in real time
Sync everything back to AB Manager when reconnected

How It Works

The workflow is simple and designed to fit seamlessly into your existing process:

Prepare in AB Manager
Assign checklists to an assessment as you normally would.
Download to Your Device
Log into AB Checklists and download the assessment and associated checklists.
Work Offline
Complete the inspection on a laptop, tablet, or phone—no internet required.
Sync When Ready
Once you’re back online, sync your work to AB Manager. Your completed checklists and responses are instantly available in the system.

Built for Real-World Assessments

AB Checklists was designed with assessors in mind:

Reliable in low or no connectivity environments
Mobile-friendly interface for use on tablets and phones
Streamlined checklist navigation for efficient inspections
Seamless integration with AB Manager workflows

Important Notes

Checklists are downloaded and stored locally on your device
Syncing will overwrite the current version in AB Manager—so coordination is important if multiple users are involved
Best practice is to focus on one or two active assessments per device

Part of the AQS Ecosystem

AB Checklists is part of the growing AQS software platform, working alongside:

AB Manager – Accreditation management for ABs
QA Manager – Quality management tools for laboratories

Together, these tools create a connected system that supports both accrediting bodies and laboratories with shared workflows and consistent expectations.