by Martin Kerr | | ISO & Management Systems, Leadership & Governance, Transformation & Capability
For many organisations, management systems begin with good intentions. A Quality Management System is introduced to improve consistency. A Safety Management System is developed to reduce risk. Environmental, Asset, Information Security, or Business Continuity systems...
by Martin Kerr | | Decision-Making & Risk, ISO & Management Systems, Organisational Change Management
Change Management and Risk Management (A Perfect Match?) Change is constant, and managing it well separates successful organisations from the ones that keep putting out fires. I usually default to ISO 31000, the international standard for risk management, as a...
by Martin Kerr | | ISO & Management Systems, Leadership & Governance, Organisational Change Management
When I first got into change management, I was drawn to the popular change models such as Kotter’s, Lewin’s, and ADKAR. They’re practical, relatable, and provide a clear path. I still use them now. But I’ve learned over the years that change...
by Martin Kerr | | Asset Management, ISO & Management Systems, Leadership & Governance, Organisational Change Management
When I first entered the world of asset management, I thought it was mostly about keeping things running. Machinery, maintenance schedules, and physical stuff. On the other hand, change management seemed like something the HR or transformation teams did when...
by Martin Kerr | | Asset Management, ISO & Management Systems, Organisational Change Management
As the convenor of ISO 55001:2024 via ISO TC251 Asset Management and a former IMS (Integrated Management System) Manager, I have witnessed organisations overcomplicate developing a “fit for purpose” Asset Management System. Some chase a “tick”,...
by Martin Kerr | | Asset Management, ISO & Management Systems, Organisational Change Management
When most people hear “Configuration Management”, they often think of parts lists and engineering drawings. It sounds as much fun as a tax audit. I used to think the same, however, over time and through some challenging experiences, I have come to...
