Aviation operations are inherently complex and high-risk. An SMS ensures that safety is integral, not an add-on. By having formal processes to capture hazards, perform risk assessments, trigger corrective and preventive actions, and monitor performance, organisations can reduce incidents, improve operational resilience, and maintain regulatory compliance. ACS emphasises that newer regulations such as EASA Part‑IS require integration of information security frameworks with SMS frameworks – showing that safety and security are now tightly interconnected.