Management Systems

What are Management Systems

Management systems are frameworks that help organisations improve their processes, meet customer expectations, and comply with regulatory requirements. ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards are recognised internationally and can be applied across various industries to ensure consistent quality, safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

"Most businesses are struggling with how to create & implement a management systems"

Let's face it, navigating the intricate web of management systems with all the different type of policies, processes, procedures, and compliance requirements can be a daunting task for anyone. It's easy to feel overwhelmed when just one oversight could lead to serious setbacks or even halt a project. Whether it's dealing with ever-changing regulations or managing meticulous documentation, the struggle is real.

Common Pain Points Include:

Poor risk management
Lack of strategic vision
Inefficiency & waste
Scaleability issues
Lack of standardisation
Employee turnover & training

Unclear & inconsistent communications
Lack of competent staff
Poor supply chain management
Lack of ownership & collaboration
Siloed teams & culture
Lack of understanding of what is required

Common ISO Standards Being Used Today

ISO 9001 Quality Management System

Sets out the criteria for a quality management system that helps organisations consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements while enhancing customer satisfaction. It focuses on processes, customer focus, leadership, and continual improvement.

ISO 14001 Environmental Management System:

Provides a framework for organizations to manage their environmental responsibilities effectively, including compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, pollution prevention, and sustainability practices.

ISO 45001 Health & Safety Management System:

Specifies requirements for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system to enable organisations to proactively improve OH&S performance, prevent injuries and ill-health, and provide safe and healthy workplaces.

Does it feel like by not having a robust management system is keeping you from making progress?

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Other Common Standards Being Used Today

National Highways Sector Schemes (NHSS):

NHSS standards are aligned with ISO management systems and provide sector-specific requirements for highway construction, maintenance, and related services. They help organisations in the highways sector to demonstrate competence, manage risks, and ensure compliance with sector-specific regulations and best practices.

Safety Systems in Procurement (SSiP):

Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) is an umbrella organisation that facilitates mutual recognition between health and safety assessment schemes in the UK. Through mutual recognition, SSIP aims to streamline health and safety assessment processes for suppliers by ensuring consistency across different schemes.

Veriforce CHAS:

Simplifies the process for contractors (suppliers) compliance assessment and clients (buyers) to ensure supply chain compliance, mitigate risks and support efficient supply chain management. This results in saving you time and money through a streamlined pre-qualification process.

Common Assessment Standard:

The Common Assessment Standard comprises of an industry-agreed question set across 13 modules and corresponding assessment standards for the pre-qualification of suppliers. This has transformed the construction pre-qualification (PQ) process, improving efficiency, reducing cost and raising quality standards.