Consulting for integrated management systems (IMS)

We accompany you efficiently from consulting and planning through implementation to certification according to ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, 22301 or 27701 - in a lean, integrated system. This way you can optimize your processes, reduce effort and sustainably strengthen your competitiveness.

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Integrated Management System (IMS)

Why an IMS creates real added value

An integrated management system combines central requirements - for example from the standards ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), ISO 27001 (information security), ISO 27701 (data protection) and ISO 22301 (business continuity) - in a uniform system. This reduces duplicate structures, creates clarity and increases efficiency in your company.

A well-structured IMS not only brings order to your processes, but also promotes an active management culture: with clear responsibilities, continuous improvement and active employee involvement.

Our advice will help you set up your IMS in a practical way or combine existing systems in a meaningful way - for more structure, security and competitive strength.

Our advice

In a free initial consultation, we analyze your needs and determine which ISO standards - such as ISO 9001, 14001, 22000, 27001 or 27701 - are relevant for your company. On this basis, we develop a tailor-made package of measures for an integrated, standard-compliant management system.

Our offer:

  • Introduction or optimization of your IMS

  • Process consulting to increase quality, efficiency and safety

  • Training for company-wide management awareness

  • Support during audits and preparation for certifications

If desired, we can also integrate special requirements such as risk management, data protection or industry-specific standards.

With us you can create a strong foundation for sustainable success and strengthen the trust of your customers and partners.

Your advantages

Benefit from our collaboration

Security

Reliable processes and clearly structured standards in quality, environment, information security, data protection and food safety form the stable foundation of your success. With a professionally implemented integrated management system (IMS), you ensure that all processes are controlled in accordance with standards and in a risk-conscious manner - and thus specifically minimize risks caused by ambiguities, interface problems or regulatory violations.

Efficiency

By bundling requirements from various ISO standards, we create lean, transparent structures and holistically uncover optimization potential. We implement targeted measures that have a positive impact across all system areas - quickly, pragmatically and with measurable added value for your daily processes.

Customer trust

A certified IMS underlines your professional self-image and your reliability in several company areas at the same time. It strengthens the trust of your customers, partners and supervisory authorities - not only in your quality, but also in your environmental responsibility, data security and legally compliant corporate governance. This creates the basis for sustainable and successful business relationships.

Seamless integration

Whether new regulatory requirements, strategic expansions or industry-specific adjustments – we integrate relevant content into your existing system in a structured and future-proof manner. We either use your existing documentation solutions or provide you with a suitable, digitally supported platform. The result: a powerful, growth-capable IMS that grows with your company.

Personal support on site

Unlike many of our competitors, we are available to assist you personally on site whenever you need us.

Process of an IMS consultation and introduction of an integrated management system (IMS)

Our experienced consultants for integrated management systems (IMS) are very familiar with the requirements, risks and optimization potential of modern ISO standards - in particular ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management), ISO 22000 (food safety), ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 27701 (data protection management). We support companies, authorities and organizations across sectors in introducing a sustainable, practical and certifiable IMS.

Regardless of whether you want to combine already certified individual systems or build a new integrated system - with our expertise you can ensure that all relevant requirements are met and synergies are optimally used.

1. Setup

In close cooperation with your management, the relevant representatives (e.g. QM, ISMS, environment, data protection) and your specialist departments, we record the status quo of your management systems. We identify existing standards, gaps and integration potential. The aim is to develop an individual IMS concept tailored to your industry and strategy that combines the requirements of all relevant standards.

2. Analysis

We analyze your existing processes, structures, documentation and procedures to ensure they comply with the desired standards. Our analysis shows which requirements have already been met, where there is a need for action and how risks and opportunities in the areas of quality, environment, security and data protection can be dealt with in a networked manner. In this way, we create the basis for prioritized, resource-saving implementation.

3. Concept

Based on the analysis, we develop a tailor-made concept for integrating your management systems. It takes into account your company goals, industry-specific requirements and regulatory requirements. We define clear roles, responsibilities and processes, which are mapped in a standard-compliant but practice-oriented framework. The concept enables modular implementation – adapted to your resources and scheduling.

4. Solution

We accompany you in the introduction and step-by-step implementation of the IMS. These include, among others: the integration of existing systems and processes the creation and adaptation of guidelines and procedural instructions the harmonization of key figures, goals and audits practical training for your employees Our goal: A living system that is more than just a certification formality - it should measurably increase your company's performance.

5. Reporting

We ensure transparent communication and regular progress reports throughout the entire project phase. You receive detailed status updates, milestone reports and documentation that make it clear at all times where your project stands. Through early feedback, possible bottlenecks can be identified immediately and resolved together with you.

6. Advice

Even after successful introduction and certification, we will provide you with ongoing advice. Together we establish an effective system for continuous improvement (CIP) and support you with internal audits, management reviews or in adapting to new legal requirements. Our consultants remain your strategic partner - so that your IMS remains up-to-date, efficient and effective in the long term.

Frequently asked questions about integrated management systems

What is an Integrated Management System (IMS)

An integrated management system (IMS) combines several standard requirements in a unified system. Companies that are certified according to several ISO standards such as ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management), ISO 22000 (food safety), ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 27701 (data protection management) or are striving for such certification benefit from synergy effects. The merger simplifies control, improves efficiency and reduces duplication of effort.

As a management consultancy, we support you in developing a tailor-made IMS that sensibly combines your processes while remaining compliant with standards.

An IMS reduces redundancies, harmonizes processes, reduces costs in the long term and strengthens your corporate structure. It improves internal communication, increases employee motivation and reduces risks. An IMS is a real competitive advantage, especially in regulated industries.

Our advice will help you to fully exploit the potential and at the same time efficiently implement all standard requirements.

  • Lower documentation effort

  • Uniform goal definition and action planning

  • Integrated internal audits

  • Synergies in employee training

  • More efficient use of resources

We will identify the overlaps with you and develop a system that fits your structure exactly.

The HLS is the uniform structure of all modern ISO standards. It facilitates the integration of different standards through the same chapter structure, identical terms and similar requirements. Thanks to the HLS, several management systems can be seamlessly merged.

Our consultants know the details of the HLS exactly and design your IMS to be structurally consistent.

Example combinations:

  • ISO 9001 ISO 14001 → Quality

  • ISO 9001 ISO 27001 → Quality

  • ISO 22000 ISO 27001 → Food safety

  • ISO 27001 ISO 27701 → Information security

We advise you on which standard combination suits your business processes.

ISO 27001 focuses on information security – i.e. confidentiality, integrity and availability of information. ISO 27701 expands this to include data protection requirements according to e.g. B. GDPR. This combination is essential for companies that process personal data.

We support you in correctly assessing risk and implementing both standards.

SMEs in particular benefit enormously from an IMS, as they can use their resources more specifically and at the same time meet standard requirements. Integrated processes significantly reduce administrative costs.

We offer solutions tailored specifically to SMEs – practical, understandable and efficient.

The effort depends on the size of the company, the number of standards to be integrated and the maturity of existing systems. With external support, the implementation time can be significantly shortened.

Our experienced consultants will guide you step by step through the process – from the current analysis to certification.

  1. Analysis of existing systems

  2. Definition of the scope of integration

  3. Risk and context analysis

  4. Document and process adaptation

  5. Training

  6. Internal audits

  7. Certification preparation

We accompany you in every phase – with experience, specialist knowledge and methodical clarity.

Yes, existing management systems can be converted into an IMS. Often only structural adjustments are necessary because many requirements are similar anyway.

Our experts identify these intersections and minimize your adjustment effort.

We bring external know-how, best practices and methodical security. We ensure structured project planning, standard-compliant documentation, practical training and accompany you until successful certification.

This way you save time, avoid typical mistakes and reach your goal faster.

  • Inadequate project planning

  • Lack of employee involvement

  • Excessive bureaucratization

  • No clear distribution of responsibility

  • Underestimating internal communication

We help you avoid typical pitfalls and establish a workable system.

  • Integrated management policy

  • Process map

  • Risk and opportunity assessment

  • Context analysis

  • Role and responsibility assignments

  • Audit and improvement plans

We provide you with tried-and-tested templates and support you with individual adaptation.

An IMS improves quality, reduces errors and ensures compliance - this strengthens the trust and loyalty of your customers. In addition, you demonstrate your reliability as a business partner with certified standards.

We help you to actively communicate this advantage – e.g. B. in tenders or customer discussions.

ISO standards require a risk-based approach. Risks and opportunities must be identified, assessed and addressed with measures. This creates robustness and future security.

Our tools and workshops make this topic tangible and measurable.

An IMS is a dynamic system. It should be continually improved. Internal audits and management reviews are required at least annually. Changes in the law or new risks may also require adjustments during the year.

We offer you ongoing support or selective support in maintaining your system.

The costs depend on the scope, the size of the company and the standards. Consulting often pays for itself through the saved internal resources and the avoidance of expensive errors.

Request a non-binding offer – we will find the right model for your budget.

Certification is not mandatory - but it has clear advantages: it increases trust among customers, authorities and business partners. Many industries explicitly require them.

We prepare you professionally for certification – including a preliminary audit and support on certification day.

The duration depends on the complexity and number of standards. The audit itself often takes a few days. Depending on the initial situation, the preparation (including setting up the system) can take several weeks to months.

With our structured project planning, we accelerate the entire process.

Because we:

  • have many years of experience with ISO standards and industry requirements

  • Deliver pragmatic solutions instead of „paper tigers“.

  • individual advice instead of proceeding according to plan F

  • stay by your side even after certification

Our goal is not just your certification - but a functioning system that really helps you move forward.

Your experts in questions about integrated management systems

Whether QMB, environmental officer, IT security officer, process manager or management – ​​our experts for integrated management systems (IMS) bring in-depth practical experience in the relevant ISO standards and develop tailor-made solutions that are precisely tailored to the structures, processes and requirements of your company.

  • Many years of experience in management systems with a focus on ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, 27701, 22301
  • Advice for DAX
  • Implementation, auditing, certification
  • ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
  • EMAS environmental verifier
  • ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer, ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
  • Data protection officer (TÜV), data protection auditor (TÜV).
  • Digital Transformation Manager (TÜV), Business Continuity Manager (TÜV).
  • PMP, PRINCE2, MSP, ITIL Expert, CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISM
  • Development of training material on IT security and management systems
  • Conference speaker

Initial consultation free of charge

Would you like to efficiently combine several ISO standards in an integrated management system (IMS) or are you looking for competent advice on the introduction of a practical, certifiable IMS? We operate in Germany, Austria and Switzerland and support you.