Abstract; About the Author; Acknowledgments; CHAPTER 1; Introduction; Setting the scene; So what is a management system?; Core principles and structure of this DōShort; Chapter 2; The 'Brilliant Basics'; Leadership commitment; Establishing an implementation team; The 'Helicopter View'; Drafting a sustainability policy; Developing a delivery plan; Chapter 3; All in the Planning; Identifying obligations; Engaging with stakeholders; Identifying material issues; Confirming the vision and strategy; Finalising the sustainability policy; Tactical planning; Chapter 4; Walking the Talk
Capacity buildingInterventions and controls; Sourcing and procurement; Communications; Documented information; Chapter 5; Is Everything up to Scratch?; Measuring and reporting progress; Internal and external assurance; Corrective and preventive action; Chapter 6; Practice Makes Perfect; Chapter 7; Conclusion and Final Thoughts; Notes
Summary
In this short guide, Phil Cumming introduces you to management systems thinking and concepts and sets out clear and practical steps to help you be more formalised and systematic about your sustainability strategy. This book will help you deliver on your sustainability ambitions -- without needing to follow a single management system standard!
