Update the Implementation Plan

Factors that influence this include the degree of decentralization to individual divisions or facilities and whether there are significant differences in organizational structure and business management processes between divisions and facilities. 

Corporate-wide programs and elements can generally be maintained more easily with fewer resources. However, if there are significant differences in the risks, manufacturing processes, or overall management systems (non-PSM or ESH) between divisions or facilities, local programs and elements will most likely be required. 

Facilities with gaps in compliance or the highest risks should have highest priority. Other considerations might be poor existing performance or a recent deterioration in performance. 

In selecting a candidate for a pilot study, don t choose either the toughest or easiest candidate. In one case you are setting yourself up for failure, and in the other you may not adequately test your approach. Try to select a candidate where local management is supportive of your project, and where you expect to gain some obvious benefits. 

The team should also summarize the problems you anticipate with the project (from the unwritten rules analysis) and show how you propose to address these. 

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