Integrated Management Systems (IMS) for Performance & Compliance

Modern organisations are expected to manage quality, environmental performance, occupational health & safety, information security, business continuity, compliance, and operational risks through an integrated approach rather than isolated management systems. This practical programme provides participants with the knowledge to establish and manage an Integrated Management System (IMS) that improves organisational efficiency, supports strategic objectives, strengthens governance, and ensures compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and international standard requirements.

Why Should You Attend?

The programme covers the principles of Integrated Management Systems (IMS), the ISO Harmonised Structure (Annex SL), process-based management, risk-based thinking, governance and compliance, integrated risk management, operational performance improvement, integrated auditing, performance measurement and KPIs, continual improvement, digital management systems, and a practical IMS implementation roadmap.

Educational Approach

● Interactive instructor-led sessions and real organizational case studies.
● Practical workshops and group exercises, including integrated process mapping activities.
● Compliance assessment exercises and performance improvement simulations.

Prerequisites

No previous IMS experience is required. Basic knowledge of ISO management systems or organisational operations would be beneficial.

Course Agenda

● Day 1 (Module 1) – Foundations of Integrated Management Systems: introduction to IMS, benefits of integration, ISO Harmonized Structure (Annex SL), organisational context, interested parties, leadership and governance, integrated policy and objectives, risk-based thinking.
● Day 2 (Module 2) – Operational Performance & Compliance: operational planning and control, legal and regulatory compliance, information security integration, supplier and contractor management, operational performance monitoring.
● Day 3 (Module 3) – Performance Evaluation & Continual Improvement: integrated performance measurement, internal integrated audits, management review, corrective action and root cause analysis, risk and opportunity reviews, continual improvement.