Advancing technological innovation and future-ready audits: Kruger Corporation strengthens the Audit Office

The Audit Office is entering a new chapter with a strategic partnership and an expanded focus for the future: internationally renowned IT company Kruger has joined as a co-owner, bringing its expertise into the organisation’s development. Together, under the Audit Office, Kruger and TourCert aim to make digital audits and certifications simpler, more efficient, and globally scalable.

A strong partnership: where technology meets sustainability

The collaboration with Kruger marks a significant milestone for the Audit Office. With extensive technological expertise and a global presence, Kruger brings substantial added value to the partnership. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Ecuador, the company has long been a pioneer in digital solutions. With over 30 years of experience and more than 1,500 successfully delivered projects across 20 countries, Kruger has established itself as a leader in technology innovation. It serves a wide range of industries, including tourism, agriculture, energy, healthcare, finance, retail, and insurance, providing partners with cutting-edge technological solutions.

Kruger’s core competencies include the development of advanced software solutions, such as blockchain-based systems, AI-driven applications, and highly scalable digital platforms. One flagship project is its award-winning agricultural traceability solution, which uses blockchain technology to ensure transparency and efficiency across the entire supply chain.

Kruger’s achievements extend beyond technological innovation. The company sets benchmarks in sustainability by actively measuring and reducing its carbon footprint while promoting environmental and social initiatives. This commitment has earned Kruger international recognition, including awards presented by King Felipe VI, honorary president of the Spanish CODESPA Foundation.

Through this partnership, the Audit Office is strategically advancing the digitalisation of its services. Certifications in line with international standards such as ISO 17065 and ISO 17029 will become not only more efficient but also more cost-effective—particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises.

The goal: effective and scalable sustainability solutions

The Audit Office offers comprehensive digital services tailored to the growing demands of sustainability. With its “We Impact Verified” solution, SMEs gain access to a fully digital platform that significantly simplifies audits while remaining cost-efficient. For larger organisations, the Audit Office develops tailored certification solutions that account for complex supply chains.

Another key focus lies in the validation of sustainability data and key performance indicators (KPIs). These data-driven approaches enable companies to measure their environmental and social performance with precision and communicate it transparently. In doing so, the Audit Office supports businesses in meeting regulatory requirements such as the EU’s CSRD directive, while positioning them as leaders in sustainability.

Beyond tourism

While the initial focus is on the tourism sector, the broader vision goes further. The Audit Office plans to expand into additional industries, helping companies leverage innovative technologies not only to meet sustainability standards, but to exceed them.

“The partnership with Kruger is a decisive step in advancing the digitalisation of audits and delivering even more effective solutions to our clients,” says Marco Giraldo, CEO of TourCert, a shareholder in the Audit Office.

Next steps

The Audit Office is ready to support organisations on their journey towards greater sustainability—through digital efficiency, scalability, and state-of-the-art technology. Together with Kruger, TourCert is committed to ushering in a new era of auditing and verification through collaboration.