An overview of the methods for the integration of management : systems with examples for international companies

Abstract EN

The purpose of this article is to investigate through literature the most accepted models for the integration of management systems.

Also, it shows how to implement this integration and the conditions that are required for each model, especially for those organizations that are struggling with complexities in implementing their management systems.

These models are: the conventional model which is used by most certification bodies, the systematic model and the synergetic model.

The integration models may take many forms as well, these forms change regarding to the nature of the organization like size and activity, and the willingness of the organization on how the form of the integrated management system should be.