Diagnose the gap between the actual reality of the company and the requirements of the energy management system in accordance with the requirements of standard ISO 50001: 2018/ Case study For the Iraqi Airways General Company

Abstract

The research aims to explore the feasibility of applying the standard (ISO 50001:2018), and then to identify the size of the gap between the actual state of the energy management system of the Iraqi Airways Company and the requirements of the energy management system according to the standard (ISO 50001:2018). The research stems from the problem faced by the Iraqi Airways Company, which is characterized by high energy consumption and the costs incurred by the company as a result, in addition to the lack of knowledge about what the standard (ISO 50001:2018) entails and the benefits it brings to the company and its employees. The research methodology relied on a case study approach, which included observations, personal interviews, fieldwork, and the use of a checklist to reach scientific facts that would assist in comprehensive and realistic analysis to uncover scientific truths. The results of the research showed a significant gap between the actual situation of the Iraqi Airways Company and the requirements of the energy management system according to the standard (ISO 50001:2018), indicating a substantial gap estimated at 64.48%. The research presented a number of recommendations, the most important of which is for the company to establish the boundaries and scope of the energy management system and to define and document its activities, implement the system, maintain it, and continuously improve it according to the standard specification. Furthermore, it is essential to organize an awareness and education campaign that includes all employees at all managerial levels of the company regarding this system. A controlled system for documented information related to the energy management system should also be established in accordance with the international standard ISO 50001:2018.