ISO/IEC 27019:2024 just published

ISO/IEC 27019 has been updated to enhance cyber security controls for energy utilities.

Global Standards Bodies Announce 2025 AI Standards Summit

Three major organizations - IEC, ISO, and ITU - have announced the 2025 International AI Standards Summit as part of global efforts to standardize artificial intelligence, aligned with the Global Digital Compact.

ISO 45001 Revision Commences

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has initiated the revision of ISO 45001, the standard for occupational health and safety management systems.

IATF Issues Q&A and New Requirements for Rules 6th Edition

The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has released a Q&A document addressing certification bodies' questions about the 6th Edition of its Rules.

EC Approves PEFC Standards for RED II Renewable Energy Compliance

The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has achieved a significant milestone with the European Commission’s recognition of its new standards for renewable energy.

ISO 22336 Provides New Guidelines for Organizational Resilience

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22336, offering guidelines for organizations to create resilience policies and strategies.

Three New Life Cycle Assessment Standards Released by ISO

Three new ISO standards focused on life cycle assessment (LCA) have been published.

DIN Launches Pilot ISO Consultation on Resource-Efficient Software

The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has initiated a pilot consultation on resource-efficient software under a new ISO procedure.

Bluesign Label Guides Consumers to More Sustainable Fashion Choices

Sustainability is now a major concern in the fashion industry, and the bluesign product label helps consumers make eco-friendly choices.

2025 World Expo in Japan Secures Certification for Integrating Sustainability in Event Planning

The Japan Association for the 2025 World Expo, the organizer of the event, has achieved ISO 20121 certification, a globally recognized standard for sustainable event management.

Fingerprinting Standard Updated as Biometrics Expand Globally

The ISO/IEC 29794-4 standard for finger image quality has been updated to ensure that biometric data remains relevant in today’s environment.

ILAC and IAF Merge to Form GLOBAC, Aiming to Harmonize Global Accreditation

On October 9th, the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) officially merged to create a new global accreditation body called GLOBAC.