Writing Standard Operating Procedures

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Overview

A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is a set of written instructions that shows how to perform a routine activity in an organisation. The development and use of SOPs form an integral part of any successful quality system. Standard operating procedures (SOP) is useful and effective for every organization as it will state all the tasks that are essential for business success, the steps to do tasks and the person-in-charge of each tasks. It helps to improve business productivity.

Objective

  • Understand the benefits of a Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Plan a complete set of Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Organize information into a logical SOPs structure.
  • Write a clear and concise SOP, appropriate for target audience.
  • Align written SOPs with other documents.