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Accreditation in the Republic of Serbia: Voluntary but Often Crucial
Accreditation in the Republic of Serbia: Voluntary but Often Crucial
Accreditation in the Republic of Serbia is a voluntary process, as outlined by the Law on Accreditation.
Public Call for Participation in the Support Program for Companies to Adopt Business Principles in International Value Chains
Public Call for Participation in the Support Program for Companies to Adopt Business Principles in International Value Chains
The Development Agency of Serbia has extended the public call for the support program aimed at helping companies adopt international value chain business principles.
A New Mini e-Collection of Serbian Standards in the Field of Cybersecurity Available
A New Mini e-Collection of Serbian Standards in the Field of Cybersecurity Available
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia has made available a new mini e-collection of Serbian standards related to cybersecurity.
Competition for implementing ISO 9001 ISO 22000 and HACCP of Strong Alcoholic Beverage Producers in Vojvodina
Competition for implementing ISO 9001 ISO 22000 and HACCP of Strong Alcoholic Beverage Producers in Vojvodina
The competition is open to legal entities and entrepreneurs based in the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina.
Meet young professionals in European Standardization: Monika Mlakić, from Croatia
Meet young professionals in European Standardization: Monika Mlakić, from Croatia
Monika Mlakić, a Croatian expert in the construction sector, is featured in an interview series highlighting young professionals in European standardization.
IX Balkan Conference on Standardization
IX Balkan Conference on Standardization
Organized by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), the IX Balkan Conference on Standardization was held in Bled on July 4 and 5, 2024.
Romanian forest certification system under Public Consultation
Romanian forest certification system under Public Consultation
Stakeholders from around the world are invited to give feedback on the Romanian Forest Certification System.
Seminar on "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" Held in Tuzla
Seminar on "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" Held in Tuzla
On Friday, June 28, 2024, the Halal Quality Certification Agency organized a seminar titled "Quality, Health, and Hygiene of Food" at the amphitheater of Behram-bey's Madrasa in Tuzla.
HZN Releases "eGlasilo" #6 2024
HZN Releases "eGlasilo" #6 2024
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) has published the latest issue of its official newsletter, "HZN e-glasilo" which is released monthly. The most recent issue is "eGlasilo #6 2024."
 New Issue of "Standardization" Bulletin Available
 New Issue of "Standardization" Bulletin Available
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released a new issue of its bulletin, #2 from June 2024, this time dedicated to the importance of standardization in protecting against atmospheric discharge.
 "Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label Competition Announced for 2024
 "Best of Vojvodina" Quality Label Competition Announced for 2024
A competition has been announced for the right to use the "Best of Vojvodina" quality label for products, services, and events for the year 2024.

Global News

ISO Develops Two Standards for eDNA Analysis in Aquatic Life Research
ISO Develops Two Standards for eDNA Analysis in Aquatic Life Research
ISO is developing two international standards to improve the reliability of environmental DNA (eDNA) techniques used to study aquatic life and assess water quality.
Renault Group Updates Quality Requirements for IATF 16949
Renault Group Updates Quality Requirements for IATF 16949
Renault Group has updated its Customer-Specific Requirements (CSRs) for IATF 16949:2016, effective March 14, 2025.
BRCGS Invites Experts to Join Technical Working Group for Consumer Products Issue 5
BRCGS Invites Experts to Join Technical Working Group for Consumer Products Issue 5
BRCGS is calling for industry professionals to join its Technical Working Group (TWG) to help revise the Consumer Products Standard, currently at Issue 4, which was launched in 2016.
FSSC 22000 Certification Body Applications Paused Due to High Demand
FSSC 22000 Certification Body Applications Paused Due to High Demand
The Foundation FSSC has announced a 12-month pause on new applications from Certification Bodies (CBs) for the FSSC 22000 Scheme, effective from March 14, 2025, to March 14, 2026.
UNECE Recommendations Aim to Enhance Conformity Data Exchange and Product Transparency
UNECE Recommendations Aim to Enhance Conformity Data Exchange and Product Transparency
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has released two significant documents that could shape global trade and sustainability frameworks.
ISO 37001 Updated to Strengthen Anti-Bribery Efforts Worldwide
ISO 37001 Updated to Strengthen Anti-Bribery Efforts Worldwide
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO 37001:2025, an updated anti-bribery management system standard aimed at strengthening integrity, ethical leadership, and governance in organizations worldwide.
GLOBALG.A.P. to Meet All Three Pillars of FSI "Basket of Standards" for Flowers Soon
GLOBALG.A.P. to Meet All Three Pillars of FSI "Basket of Standards" for Flowers Soon
In 2025, GLOBALG.A.P. will align its solutions with all three pillars of the Floriculture Sustainability Initiative's (FSI) "Basket of Standards", enhancing responsible sourcing in the floriculture sector.
ISO 27028 Expected in 2025: New Framework for Tailoring Security Attributes
ISO 27028 Expected in 2025: New Framework for Tailoring Security Attributes
ISO is currently developing ISO 27028, a guideline on attributes aligned with ISO/IEC 27002:2022.
FSSC Launches Resource Library for Social Sustainability Consultants
FSSC Launches Resource Library for Social Sustainability Consultants
Foundation FSSC has launched the FSSC 24000 Consultants Resource Library to support consultants specializing in the social component of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) management.
IFS Commodity List Helps Businesses Assess Risks—Brochure Explains How
IFS Commodity List Helps Businesses Assess Risks—Brochure Explains How
The IFS Commodity List plays a key role in the IFS Supply Chain Processes Check, an annual assessment that ensures companies have effective processes to analyze commodity-related risks.
PEFC Seeks Feedback on Three New RED III Standards
PEFC Seeks Feedback on Three New RED III Standards
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting stakeholders worldwide to comment on three newly developed standards under the Renewable Energy Directive 2023/2413 (RED III).
Portugal Pioneers the First Global Standard for Startup Quality and Innovation
Portugal Pioneers the First Global Standard for Startup Quality and Innovation
The Portuguese Standardization Body, Instituto Português da Qualidade (IPQ) has launched NP 4595, a pioneering standard designed to help startups improve quality management and innovation.
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