Part 1: Developing Effective Standard Operating Procedures

October 2, 2025, 10 am - 11 am

Discover how to seamlessly transition from routine checklists to SOPs that enhance efficiency, reduce errors, promote consistency and elevate overall performance. Explore how to write clear and unambiguous SOPs, learn about different process documentation formats, understand how to implement SOPs into your current workflow, and discuss how to regularly review SOPs to ensure they become living documents that adapt and evolve with your business needs.

Part 2: Writing Effective SOPs

October 30, 2025, 9 am - 11 am

Building on the foundations laid in Part 1, this interactive session will focus on the process of writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) through engaging tabletop exercises. Participants will dive deeper into creating effective, clear, and adaptable SOPs tailored to their business needs. You'll gain invaluable insights on refining existing SOPs, troubleshooting common implementation challenges, and ensuring that SOPs are seamlessly integrated into everyday workflows. This workshop will emphasize collaborative learning, with peer-to-peer discussions to enhance your understanding and confidence in SOP creation and maintenance. Completion of Part 1 is a prerequisite to attend Part 2.

Instructor

Ted Cogan, Deputy University Secretary Ted is responsible for managing day-to-day operations within the University Secretariat. Ted joined the University Secretariat in 2017 and has held a variety of roles with university-wide responsibility for policy, access to information, privacy, records management, and academic and non-academic misconduct.

Event Registration

Register for Part 1: Developing Effective Standard Operating Procedures [1]

Register for Part 2: Writing Effective SOPs [2]. Completion of Part 1 is a prerequisite to attend Part 2.

Contact

Phone: 56800

Email: landd@uoguelph.ca [3]