Overview
The ISO 16091:2018 Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Management Course provides participants with an in-depth understanding of the principles, processes, and best practices of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) in complex systems and projects. This course covers the full lifecycle of ILS, including design, acquisition, deployment, sustainment, and disposal, ensuring optimal supportability and cost-effectiveness. Participants will learn how to apply ISO 16091:2018 requirements to enhance operational readiness, reliability, and maintainability while optimizing logistics resources.
- Overview of ILS principles and framework
- Role of ISO 16091:2018 in lifecycle support management
- Relationship between ILS and systems engineering
- ILS in aerospace, defense, and industrial applications
Module 2: ISO 16091:2018 Requirements and Compliance
- Key requirements and structure of ISO 16091:2018
- How to integrate ISO 16091 with other management systems
- Regulatory and industry compliance considerations
Module 3: ILS Elements and Their Application
- Reliability, Availability, Maintainability (RAM) Analysis
- Maintenance Planning and Optimization
- Supply Chain and Spare Parts Management
- Technical Documentation and Data Management
- Training and Human Factors in ILS
Module 4: Life Cycle Costing (LCC) and Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)
- Overview of life cycle costing and cost-benefit analysis
- How logistics support analysis (LSA) optimizes sustainment
- Tools for cost modeling and decision-making
Module 5: ILS Risk Management and Performance Monitoring
- Identifying risks in ILS planning and execution
- Developing risk mitigation strategies for system supportability
- Implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) and continuous improvement
Module 6: Implementation and Case Studies
- Developing an ILS implementation roadmap
- Real-world case studies and best practices in ILS management
- Final assessment and interactive discussions
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and framework of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) as per ISO 16091:2018.
- Implement ILS best practices for system acquisition, maintenance, and sustainment.
- Develop and manage an ILS program that enhances system reliability and availability.
- Identify and apply ILS elements, including supportability analysis, reliability-centered maintenance, and life cycle costing.
- Improve logistics planning and risk management to optimize system lifecycle performance.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 16091:2018 and integrate it with other relevant standards.
- Use data-driven decision-making for optimizing support strategies in defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and complex industrial systems.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:
✔ Interpret and apply ISO 16091:2018 requirements in logistics support planning.
✔ Develop ILS strategies tailored to specific organizational needs.
✔ Implement proactive supportability engineering to minimize lifecycle costs.
✔ Enhance maintenance planning and configuration management.
✔ Improve supplier and contractor management in ILS programs.
✔ Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies for ILS processes.
✔ Integrate ILS with other management systems, such as ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 55001 (Asset Management).
Reference standard
This course aligns with key international standards, including:
- ISO 16091:2018 – Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Management
- ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Systems
- ISO 55001:2014 – Asset Management
- ISO 15288:2015 – System Lifecycle Processes
- ISO 31000:2018 – Risk Management
- MIL-STD-1388-1A/2B – Logistics Support Analysis
Target audience
This course is designed for professionals involved in logistics, engineering, and systems management, including:
- ILS Managers and Engineers
- Logistics & Supply Chain Professionals
- Project Managers in Aerospace, Defense, and Heavy Industries
- Asset and Maintenance Managers
- Operations and Production Managers
- Procurement and Supply Chain Specialists
- Regulatory Compliance Officers
- Quality Assurance and Risk Managers
- Consultants and Auditors working with ILS standards
Benefits
- Stronger practical capability and professional confidence
- A structured approach that can be transferred to the workplace
- Assessment and a verifiable Cognicert certificate where the course requirements are met
Course content
Training methodologies
This course employs a practical and interactive approach to learning through:
✔ Instructor-led presentations explaining key ISO 16091:2018 principles.
✔ Workshops and group discussions to explore real-world applications.
✔ Case study analysis of successful ILS implementations.
✔ Hands-on exercises for logistics planning, risk assessment, and LSA.
✔ Interactive Q&A sessions to clarify complex concepts.
✔ Final assessment to evaluate learning outcomes.