Good quality consultation not only helps to give you a broad-based understanding of the different issues that contribute to a particular situation, it also makes the job of implementing new procedures much easier. This is because the other parties involved in the consultation process will feel a sense of 'ownership' towards the changes being introduced.
If you work in a large organisation, the best way to ensure that you have a wide coverage of different perspectives to set up a team or workgroup. This lets you draw on the varied experiences and skills of a range of people, such as production workers, supervisors and managers.
You may also need to consult with industry experts, regulators or management to make sure you have a sound understanding of all the issues.