Environmental Quality Management Systems
Environmental Management and Quality Systems
"What are the main issues to be concerned about during the implementation of ISO 14001?" Review the presentations and the six articles and decide what the main issues are, as distinct from all the issues.
Review of Main Issues Considered During the Implementation of ISO 14001 in the Six Articles
There has been an increase in the number of organisations that employ ISO 14001 for business processes in recent years. This report highlights main issues considered in six journals that evaluate the dynamics of implementing ISO 14001 in Greece, USA, Brazil, Zimbabwe, China, and Australia.
There are catalysts that activate the need for ISO 14001 which include the requisite to have a management system that integrates other management systems, comply with existing regulations, qualify for governmental incentives, to improve corporate brand, to advance CSR, and increased chances in global trade. However there are critical factors to consider for the successful implementation.
Top management commitment is critical for ISO 14001 to succeed in any organisation. In addition, an organisational culture for continuous improvement needs to be imbibed by companies. Staff must also be trained regularly to enhance effectiveness and targets and time lines need to be set to measure KPIs.
Implementation of ISO14001 is not without its challenges and these include the cost of application can be pretty daunting. Furthermore, employees resist change especially where there is lack of awareness or regulation, getting cooperation from staff can be rather difficult. Training and identification of a company’s aspects take time and thus might delay getting accredited.
Regardless of factors to consider along with challenges faced, companies reap the benefits of implementing ISO 14001 in their processes. Waste and consumption is reduced, brands improved, internal management systems are upgraded, motivated staff and attraction for investors
"What are the main issues to be concerned about during the implementation of ISO 14001?" Review the presentations and the six articles and decide what the main issues are, as distinct from all the issues.
Review of Main Issues Considered During the Implementation of ISO 14001 in the Six Articles
There has been an increase in the number of organisations that employ ISO 14001 for business processes in recent years. This report highlights main issues considered in six journals that evaluate the dynamics of implementing ISO 14001 in Greece, USA, Brazil, Zimbabwe, China, and Australia.
There are catalysts that activate the need for ISO 14001 which include the requisite to have a management system that integrates other management systems, comply with existing regulations, qualify for governmental incentives, to improve corporate brand, to advance CSR, and increased chances in global trade. However there are critical factors to consider for the successful implementation.
Top management commitment is critical for ISO 14001 to succeed in any organisation. In addition, an organisational culture for continuous improvement needs to be imbibed by companies. Staff must also be trained regularly to enhance effectiveness and targets and time lines need to be set to measure KPIs.
Implementation of ISO14001 is not without its challenges and these include the cost of application can be pretty daunting. Furthermore, employees resist change especially where there is lack of awareness or regulation, getting cooperation from staff can be rather difficult. Training and identification of a company’s aspects take time and thus might delay getting accredited.
Regardless of factors to consider along with challenges faced, companies reap the benefits of implementing ISO 14001 in their processes. Waste and consumption is reduced, brands improved, internal management systems are upgraded, motivated staff and attraction for investors