Description
Integrated management systems are defined as having integrated processes, integrated risk, and integrated audits. Furthermore, not only should we have integration, but we also need to have global standardization of processes, risk, and audits in large multi-national corporations. Reduction of process duplication within one organization is called “integration,” and reduction of duplication of processes in multiple sites is called “standardization.”
The advent of the high-level structure (HLS) and the updates to ISO 9001-based standards, ISO 14001, and the new ISO 45001 will represent an opportunity for those adopting integrated management systems. Integrated management systems result in a reduced number of processes and process owners in an organization. This in turn results in a reduction in implementation costs for those implementing the standard for the first time. Most importantly, they also result in reduced maintenance of management systems and reduced third-party auditing costs. Due to a number of disruptive and innovative technologies coming into the forefront, an IMS will be implemented using enterprise software and digitalization.
This first topic will provide attendees with fundamental knowledge for the remaining series of talks. It is best to review them in sequential order. This session will be presented by Chad Kymal, Omnex CTO and founder.