chor-id="the-approvers-responsibilities"><span class="header-section-number">6.1.4</span> The approver’s responsibilities</h3>
<p>In the engagement and scoping stage the approver should note the new project and confirm that resources and plans are in place for the appropriate assurance to take place. For example, they should ensure that the analyst and assurer are aware of local assurance protocols. The approver might provide support in securing a sufficiently qualified and experienced assurer.</p>
<p>The