What is the full form of SOP

SOP: Standard Operating Procedure

SOP stands for Standard Operating Procedure. SOP is a set of step-by-step instructions compiled by an organization to help workers carry out complex routine operations.

Any document that is a “how to” falls into the category of procedures. In a manufacturing environment, the most obvious example of an SOP is the step by step production line procedures used to make products as well train staff.

An SOP, defines expected practices in all businesses where quality standards exist. SOPs play an important role in your small business. SOPs are policies, procedures and standards you need in the operations, marketing and administration disciplines within your business to ensure success.

Developing an SOP is about systemizing all of your processes and documenting them.