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Cofrac's Omega Pilot Highlights Benefits of Personalized Accreditation
Cofrac's Omega Pilot Highlights Benefits of Personalized Accreditation
The French accreditation body, Cofrac, has released findings from the pilot phase of its Omega Project, which demonstrated the benefits of longer evaluation intervals, risk-focused assessments, and personalized evaluation processes.
Deadline Extended for 33rd Quality and Excellence Conference in Portorož
Deadline Extended for 33rd Quality and Excellence Conference in Portorož
The 33rd Conference on Quality and Excellence in Portorož has extended the deadline for paper submissions to January 24, 2025.
SMART Phase 1 Launches, Taking Standards Drafting to Enquiry Stage
SMART Phase 1 Launches, Taking Standards Drafting to Enquiry Stage
CEN and CENELEC have initiated the first phase of their SMART project, aiming to modernize the drafting and implementation of European standards.
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate Sets Another Benchmark with QR Code Digital Passport
Modica PGI Chocolate has introduced a QR Code-based digital passport, further enhancing transparency and consumer engagement.
Luxembourg Meeting Focuses on Draft AI Standards for EU Regulation
Luxembourg Meeting Focuses on Draft AI Standards for EU Regulation
ILNAS hosted a meeting focused on advancing draft standards to support Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) which establishes harmonized rules for artificial intelligence systems, particularly high-risk applications.
Soils Take Center Stage in Latest BDS Compass Magazine
Soils Take Center Stage in Latest BDS Compass Magazine
The Bulgarian Institute for Standardization (BDS) has dedicated the latest issue of its online magazine, BDS Compass, to the critical topic of soil standardization.
Groupama Earns Engagé RSE Label for Sustainability Through AFNOR's Assessment
Groupama Earns Engagé RSE Label for Sustainability Through AFNOR's Assessment
Groupama, a leader in mutual insurance, has earned the Engagé RSE label for sustainability at the "confirmed" level, following a rigorous evaluation by AFNOR Certification.
SIST Spreading the Team of Young Standardization Ambassadors
SIST Spreading the Team of Young Standardization Ambassadors
The Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) has announced its new Standardization Ambassadors for 2025.
Dr. Oetker Earns Halal Certification for Products Manufactured in Hungary
Dr. Oetker Earns Halal Certification for Products Manufactured in Hungary
Dr. Oetker, a well-known food manufacturer specializing in baking and dessert products, has obtained Halal certification for 26 of its products manufactured in Hungary.
Croatian Accreditation Agency Revises Frequency of Surveillance Assessments
Croatian Accreditation Agency Revises Frequency of Surveillance Assessments
The Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) announced that changes to the frequency of regular surveillance assessments came into effect on January 8, 2025.
€132 Million Allocated to Promote Sustainable Agri-Food Products from the EU
€132 Million Allocated to Promote Sustainable Agri-Food Products from the EU
The European Commission has allocated €132 million to promote sustainable and high-quality agri-food products from the European Union (EU) and expand their global market presence.
December Issue of HZN e-Bulletin Features Expert Council Session and Student Visit
December Issue of HZN e-Bulletin Features Expert Council Session and Student Visit
The December 2024 issue of the HZN e-bulletin is now available, featuring updates on recent activities and milestones.
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