Step 1: Investigation

Learn as much as you can about the new standard, especially what the new standard might change and the key dates for revisions to these two standards.

Step 2: Select

Choose a certification body that is actively involved in the revision and development of these two standards, whose insight and expertise will help your organization successfully transition from the old to the new version.

Step 3: Training

Train your staff, including your internal audit team, and those responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of your management system.

Step 4: Actively Participate

Invite top management to participate in the training so that they fully understand how this will affect their responsibilities and understand the potential value of the revised standard.

Step 5: Study

After the draft International Standard (DIS version) and the final draft International Standard (FDIS version) are released, purchase and study as much as possible to ensure that employees in the organization have access to relevant documents.

Step 6: Plan

Let an independent certification body do a thorough gap analysis for you to help your business understand what must be done.

Step 7: Transition (Transition)

After the new standard is promulgated, it should be purchased as soon as possible and implemented according to the requirements of the new standard, so as to lead the industry to realize the transition.

Step 8: External Communication

Stakeholders will appreciate your commitment to efficient, sustainable business operations, and new customers will appreciate your ability to respond quickly to version transitions.