Instead of viewing them as a necessary evil, focus on the benefits
Standards, whether ISO or not, are essential because they offer guidance for ensuring your organization’s products and services consistently meet customer requirements. But standards alone aren’t enough. To ensure processes and systems are complying with requirements, audits are needed.
Audits are not easy. Some colleagues may view audits as a necessary evil. Some may view them as just another thing to do. Hopefully, no one will see them as a waste of time.