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USNC Current Summer Edition Highlights Education in Standards
The new Summer 2025 edition of the USNC Current focuses on how education and training can strengthen the standards workforce and prepare future leaders.
NIST Draft Guidelines Target Stronger Software Security
The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released Special Publication 1800-44, a draft set of practices aimed at improving security throughout the software development process.
Cybersecurity and High-Risk Country Policy Headline New Cofrac Compétences Issue
The French Accreditation Committee (Cofrac) has published the second 2025 issue of its magazine Compétences.
ILNAS Issues Fifth Edition of Construction Standards Analysis
The Luxembourg Institute for Standardization, Accreditation, Safety, and Quality of Products and Services (ILNAS) has released the fifth edition of its Normative Analysis of the Construction Sector.
Canada Publishes Guides on Accessible Procurement of Goods and Services
Accessibility Standards Canada and Public Services and Procurement Canada have issued two technical guides that provide step-by-step advice on how to integrate accessibility into procurement.
DIN Publishes New Standard for Measuring Impact of Climate Protection Measures
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has released DIN SPEC 91637, a new standard for measuring the impact of climate protection measures at local, regional, and national levels.
Peru Defines National Standard for Andean Cheese
The National Institute for Quality (Inacal) has approved the Peruvian Technical Standard NTP 105.004:2024 for regional cheeses, setting strict requirements for the production of Andean cheese.
China Issues Plan to Build Standards System for High-End Machine Tools
China has released a plan to establish a high quality standards system for advanced machine tools, aiming to complete the framework by 2026 and reach world leading levels by 2030.
Shuzutech and JSGS Granted First AI Data Quality Certificates in China
China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has issued the country’s first evaluation certificates for high-quality AI datasets to Shuzu Technology (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. and the Jiangsu Geological Survey Institute.
Singapore Launches New Standard to Cut Data Center IT Energy Use by 30 Percent
Singapore has introduced a new standard aimed at reducing energy use in data centers, targeting a cut of at least 30 percent in IT energy consumption.
Milestone for Ecuadorian Standardization: INEN Celebrates 55 Years of Quality and Safety
The Ecuadorian Standardization Service (INEN) marked its 55th anniversary,
Ceasa Paraná Awarded Bronze ABNT Seal for Combating Violence Against Women
Ceasa Paraná, the public company that manages wholesale food supply centers in the state of Paraná,Global News
ISO 9001 Revision: Draft International Standard Published, Public Inquiry Starts
The Draft International Standard (DIS) of ISO 9001 was published on August 27, 2025, moving the revision of the world’s most widely adopted quality management system standard into the enquiry phase.
QEC Global Becomes First Oxebridge Q001 Certification Body
Quality Evaluation Center (QEC Global) of Portugal has become the world’s first accredited certification body to offer Oxebridge Q001 certification services.
Global Standard Launches Consultation on New Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has launched the public consultation for a new voluntary sustainability framework, the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS).
Draft ISO 45010 Guidance on Menstruation and Menopause in the Workplace Open for Comment
A draft international standard, ISO/DIS 45010, has been released for public consultation to guide workplaces in supporting employees through menstruation and menopause.
Global Rules for Plant-Based Food Labeling Laid Out in New ISO 87000
The growing global demand for plant-based foods has led to the publication of ISO 8700:2025,
Latest Part of ISO 19650 Series Covers Health and Safety Information in BIM
The latest part of the ISO 19650 series, ISO 19650-6:2025, sets out how health and safety information should be shared and used throughout the life cycle of buildings and infrastructure.
IECEE Celebrates 40 Years of Driving Product Safety and International Trade
The IEC System of Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE) is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
VDA 19.1 Yellow Book Published With Expanded Cleanliness Inspection Rules
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has published the new English edition of the VDA 19.1 Yellow Book,
First Meeting of IWA 50 Launches Work on Hydrological Risk Standards
The first online meeting of IWA 50 will be held on October 7, marking the start of international work on guidelines and potential standards for managing floods, droughts, and water scarcity.
NIST Publishes New Cryptography Standard to Protect Small Devices
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized its NIST SP 800-232, a new standard to secure small, resource-limited electronics against cyberattacks.
CSQ Releases Cannabis Standards for Retail and Warehousing & Distribution, Updates Supplements
Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) has released new safety and quality standards for retail, warehousing and distribution, along with updated requirements for dietary supplement products.
