PAS 99 Integrated management systems
It is the global industry that is the main initiator of the introduction of integrated management systems in an ever changing and competitive world. Those systems play a key role in following these changes. By combining (integrating) the separate management systems, organizations can enhance their efficiency and thus meet the expectations of our customers, shareholders, administrative bodies and the general public.Way of combining the systems remained at the discretion of individual organizations due to lack of specifications and standards by which you can deploy IMS. As a result of a large number of requests PAS 99 was prepared - Specification of common management system requirements as a basis for integration (Specification of common management system requirements as a framework for integration).
Integrated Management System (IMS) according to the Specification PAS 99: 2006
PAS 99 was developed to simplify the implementation of integrated management systems and to help companies integrate the systems they already have. Because it is a specification (not a British Standard or guidelines) it is possible to audit and certify companies accordingly to its requirements. Currently there are over 500 organizations with PASS 99:2006 compliance certificate.
An integrated management system is a combination of processes, procedures and practices utilized in the organization to implement its policies. At this point, one must reflect and answer the question: How many processes are consistent with current practice?
For example, in a manufacturing company that has implemented management systems to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001, does purchasing department take into account environmental and safety requirements? Companies in the assessment of subcontractors often take into account how the contractor treats the environment and the staff in the production of raw materials. And at this point the loop is closed. We look forward for a holistic approach, or in other words, the overall management of the extent and manner in which all elements of the organization work together.
Specification PAS 99 is based on two main principles, and to understand it you should go back to the basics. The first is the ISO 1972 guidelines, according to which all management system standards are now based. These guidelines include the following common requirements:
1. Policy - the strategy of the organization;
2. Planning;
3. Implementation and operation;
4. Evaluation performance;
5. Improvement;
6. The review by management.
Each of the management system standards has its own specific (additional) requirements, but these themes are consistent, included in all standards and thus are the basis for integration. PAS 99 is designed in accordance with the Cycle (Deming) Plan-Do-Check-Act (on which all others are based on management nomes). In addition, the new rule has been woven - the main goal of management is to reduce risk.
The frame, which is described in the specification PAS 99 relates to all management systems, regardless of whether it is a formal management system as defined in the standard or the internal requirements of the organization. PAS 99 does not, however, contain detailed requirements for the individual management systems, subject to integration. So this is an "overlay" on existing systems (in terms of the certification organization must be consistent with the individual requirements before they can verify the degree of integration of management systems).
Integration of management systems should be planned and implemented in a structured way.
The benefits of integration of management systems are:
- Reduction of costs incurred by the company - avoiding duplication of internal audits, a significant increase in the efficiency of document reviews, training and administration, and implementation of future management systems. Standards for management are consistent elements that can be checked during the audit of the entire system (all standards for administration) for example, checking of documentation, training, internal audits, etc. * Save time - thanks to having only one management review,
- A holistic approach to business risk management - by ensuring that all the consequences of actions are taken into account, including how they may affect each other, and the associated risks,
- Reduce bureaucracy - with one set of processes that ensures the coordination of standards requirements, the rapid flow of tasks and avoiding disproportionate systems
- Improving internal and external communications - using a single set of objectives develops culture of teamwork and improves communication,
- Greater focus on the business - by using a single system linked to the strategic objectives of the company is also a general continuous improvement of the organization,
- Optimization of internal and external audits - by minimizing the number of audits required and maximizing the number of people involved in it.
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