Is DAkkS Applying Auditor Competence Rules Too Strictly?

Certification expert Jörg Roggensack has criticized how the German accreditation body DAkkS interprets competence requirements for management system auditors, warning that the approach could lead some auditors to lose their ability to work in certain sectors.

Companies Turn to Sustainability Certifications Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Companies across the EU are increasingly turning to sustainability certifications to navigate unclear and shifting regulations, according to financial journalist and Certified Auditor for Gender Equality Anna Zavaritt in a recent article for Il Sole 24 ORE.

Standards as the Key to Implementation of EU Green Industry Plan

On February 26, 2025, the European Commission unveiled its sustainability policy for the next five years, introducing the Clean Industrial Deal and the Sustainability Omnibus.

The Role of Digital Product Passports in Transition to a Greener Economy

Jacob Mehus, CEO of Standard Norway, shares his perspective on how digital product passports (DPPs) could become a crucial tool in the EU’s push for a greener economy.

Qualiopi and Technology Alone Cannot Ensure Quality Training

Jean-Christophe Thibaud critiques Qualiopi certification and technology's role in professional training in France.

Classification of Medical Devices under EU MDR

Dr. Murugan Kandasamy, Managing Director & CEO at DQS India, Head - Medical Global Support Center, has published a new blog post about Classification of Medical Devices under EU MDR. The most important issues he discusses are: