The national Good Manufacturing Practice inspectorates are now to associate themselves with the international standards under the latest revised guidance on the quality system requirements. The inspectorates are also needed to comply with the latest Quality Management System principles and look forward towards expanding the document's scope.

The guidance discusses the QMS role on the inspectorate and how it should help the senior management towards their targets and quality objectives. With a strong quality system, WHO also focuses on standardizing the management system planning, resources, personnel, infrastructure, and documentation.