In this short article, I share with you how to Get Started with Setting Up SOPs in Your Company
Why I recommend you document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):
Imagine a business where every task is done right the first time—every time. SOPs make this possible. They:
• Streamline operations
• Reduce training time
• Improve consistency
• Ensure accountability
• Help you scale your business efficiently
Here are the broad steps on How to Start Documenting SOPs:
List major activities: Identify all the key tasks across departments—e.g., onboarding new clients, managing inventory, or handling customer inquiries.
Select core processes: Focus on the activities performed most frequently or critical to your operations—these are your core processes.
Document step-by-step: Write down how your team executes these tasks in clear, detailed steps that anyone can follow.
Centralize storage: Save these SOPs in one place, like a shared drive or a task management system, ensuring everyone can access them easily.
Pro Tip:
Turn your SOPs into a powerful training manual for current team members and onboarding new hires.
Action Step:
Identify the major activities in your company and decide which ones to document first.
Want a guide on how to write SOPs?
I am putting together a training on how to document SOPs. If you are interested, let me know, and I’ll share a free training and a detailed step-by-step SOP creation guide with you!