Definition
A management system is a set of interrelated or interacting elements of an organization to establish policies and objectives, and processes to achieve those objectives.
ISO management system standards apply this concept to disciplines such as quality, environment, OH&S, and information security.
Typical elements
Leadership direction, planning, support (including competence and documented information), operational controls, performance evaluation (including internal audit and management review), and improvement (including corrective action).
Notes for users
A management system can exist without certification. Certification assesses conformity of the system to a standard within scope.
Integrated management systems combine disciplines under shared elements where appropriate.
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FAQs
No. Documents support the system; processes, people, and performance matter.
An integrated management system covering more than one discipline.
Yes — often simpler and less formally documented, but still real if objectives and controls exist.
ISO 9001 specifies requirements for a quality management system.
Yes, as consultancy. Certification remains independent.
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