Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the Integrated Management System (IMS) role across multiple aviation domains. Introduction IMS aims to streamline operations, reduce duplication, and ensure consistency in achieving the organization’s objectives, especially concerning quality, environmental, and health and safety standards. The original concept of Integrated Management Systems emerged in the 1990s as organizations sought to…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the regulatory requirements and best practices for managing and controlling temperature and humidity within approved storage facilities. Introduction – EASA Part 145 Regulatory Requirements EASA Part 145.A.25 Facility Requirements:  – Paragraph (d) of 145.A.25 states: “The working environment must be appropriate for the tasks being undertaken and shall ensure effective…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key elements associated with the management of Safety Objectives and Safety Performance Targets Introduction Understanding the difference between safety objectives and safety performance targets is crucial for the oversight and management of effective safety measures. The differentiation between safety objectives and safety performance targets is fundamental to the…

Sofema Aviation Services considers strategies for securing senior management buy-in for quality assurance initiatives, managing accountable managers who refuse compliance implementation, and the importance of regular quality meetings for continuous improvement. Introduction Senior Managers and Business Area Owners have specific obligations about the organisation’s processes. This includes ensuring the delivery of regulatory obligations and related…