The sopmodo blog
Field notes on turning work into written procedure.
Jun 8, 2026 · 8 min
Cybersecurity SOPs for Connected-Device Manufacturers
If you build IoT or radio products, the security of the device starts on the line. Here are the cybersecurity SOPs every connected-device maker should write.
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Jun 2, 2026 · 11 min
Which Compliance Frameworks Require Documented Procedures?
A plain-language guide to the IT, data, and security frameworks that require documented procedures: SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, and ISO 20000, and what each one actually expects.
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May 19, 2026 · 11 min
Which Manufacturing Certifications Require SOPs?
A grouped guide to the manufacturing certifications and regulations that require SOPs or documented procedures, from ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 to FDA GMP, HACCP, and OSHA.
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Apr 30, 2026 · 8 min
Troubleshooting Guide SOP: What It Is and How to Build One
A troubleshooting guide turns a senior tech's instinct into a procedure anyone can follow. Here's what goes in one and how to build it for your equipment.
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Apr 15, 2026 · 8 min
Digital Work Instructions vs Paper SOPs in Manufacturing
Paper SOPs go stale the moment the line changes. Here is why manufacturers move to digital work instructions, what that actually means, and where to start.
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Mar 26, 2026 · 9 min
How to Write a Manufacturing SOP (Step by Step)
A practical playbook for writing a manufacturing SOP: the components that make one good, a clear step-by-step process, the main SOP types, and best practices.
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