The key to effective SOPs for SME: WHY to do it?

The key to effective SOPs for SME: WHY to do it?

Tips for Standard Operating Procedures (SOP): Traditional SOPs are designed to outline the process based on “how to do it,” while modern SOPs are tailored to the business activities and objectives of the company. When there is a disconnect between SOPs and...
SOP,不要偏离企业目标!

SOP,不要偏离企业目标!

标准作业程序(SOP)小贴士: 传统SOP是用“如何做”来规划流程,现代SOP则是针对企业的商业活动与目标来规划流程。 当SOP和企业目标“断联”时,员工会对自己的责任和绩效指标感到模糊。 很多中小企业都”跟随潮流“,为自己写了一套标准作业程序(SOP)。 但是写好后,就这么摆着。员工的行为越来越偏离SOP,最后也没有良好的绩效,连带公司的表现也受影响。 当然,有时候企业主会说是员工自己的问题,但也不能排除,你的这套SOP可能已经落伍了! 3S曾在不少培训中要求学员分享他们现在的作业流程,发觉他们现有的作业流程大部分都相当传统。...
Effectiveness Check: Are your SOPs Still Relevant?

Effectiveness Check: Are your SOPs Still Relevant?

Tips for Standard Operating Procedures (SOP): Work processes have to be clear and avoid unnecessary complexity to ensure all essential elements are included. The core aspect of an effective SOP is about its cleanliness and readability, or else it would be difficult to...
Seizing Big Orders: Will SMEs Thrive or Take a Dive?

Seizing Big Orders: Will SMEs Thrive or Take a Dive?

Tips for Standard Operating Procedures (SOP): Major businesses/companies usually use well-established and standard procurement assessment systems that often come with various limitations. The payment process can also be quite intricate, sometimes resulting in final...