This week I am facilitating a combined ISO 9001 (Quality) & 14001 (Environmental) Management Review meeting for two manufacturing companies in the UK. I particularly enjoy being involved in this type of activity, as I witness evidence of how management systems are positively influencing organisations, in addition to encouraging discussions around business improvements. 

In a nutshell, a Management Review is a tool that forms part of the management system monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation process. The purpose is to ensure the continued suitability and effectiveness of the management system. It serves as a helpful mechanism for reconvening as a leadership team, reviewing and continuously improving the management system.

While there is a risk that the Management Review may be perceived as bureaucratic, resulting in resistance or a lack of enthusiasm, it can be delivered in a manner that creates an engaging and positive experience. A worthwhile activity to celebrate success and drive businesses forward, as well as also reminding the leadership team of the management system framework, supporting documentation and value to the business.

Here are some tips for a successful Management Review:

- Management Reviews should be held a minimum of once per year. 

- Conduct reviews after the Internal Audit(s) & prior to external certification audits (if applicable).

- Review all QMS documents, including the Quality Policy.

- Celebrate success to reinforce best practice!

- Remember to document & retain Management Review meeting minutes.

If you would like more detail, a supporting PDF is available - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT REVIEWS. To receive a copy, include your email address in a LinkedIn a DM to: Aniela Tallentire    or email aniela@tallentireconsultancy.com. 

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If you would like to know more, feel free to send a LinkedIn DM to: Aniela Tallentire   or Tallentire Consultancy Ltd. 

Alternatively, support is available in the context of a Quality Management System (QMS) approach, where this topic features. You can also request to join our QMS & ISO 9001 LinkedIn Group.
 

QMS SUPPORT OPTIONS (including proven Project Plan & Document Templates):

1. One-to-one business coaching.

Available as a combination of on-site and/or online meetings. 

and/or

2. An on-demand video training course: A SIMPLE GUIDE TO QMS & ISO 9001.

Modelled on the tried & tested one-to-one business coaching sessions, with the benefit of flexible, convenient, self-paced learning, plus, optional weekly coaching calls. Comprising of six modules structured around the ten ISO 9001 clauses. Including 46 bite-sized sessions designed to support your implementation journey. 

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