Implementing an integrated management system in nine steps using the mandated plan do check act process
Step 1: Plan – Awareness and training: top management included
Step 2: Plan – Policy and objectives: include control of supply chain, procurement
Step 3: Plan – Internal gap analysis: thorough PESTEL analysis
Step 4: Plan – Documentation and process design
Step 5: Do – Documentation and process implementation
Step 6: Check – Internal audit
Step 7: Check – Management review of management system performance: hold regular reviews
Step 8: Check – Identify non-achievements and areas for continual improvement
Step 9: Act – Define new objectives
