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Italy Starts Work on UNI Practice for Economic and Operational Performance Control
Italy Starts Work on UNI Practice for Economic and Operational Performance Control
The Italian Organization for Standardization (UNI) is starting work on a new reference practice for management control systems, aiming to provide a structured way to monitor economic and operational performance. 
UNI 11337-8 Sets Framework for Managing Digital Processes in Construction Sector
UNI 11337-8 Sets Framework for Managing Digital Processes in Construction Sector
The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has published UNI 11337-8:2026, now in force as of April 9,
AI Certification and CBAM Featured in March Accredia Letter
AI Certification and CBAM Featured in March Accredia Letter
The Italian Accreditation Body (Accredia) has released the March edition of its Accredia Letter, highlighting key developments in accreditation, certification, and regulatory updates.
New Guide Shows How To Apply UNI 11961 For Model 231 Integration
New Guide Shows How To Apply UNI 11961 For Model 231 Integration
The Italian National Unification Body (UNI) has released a practical guide to help organizations apply UNI 11961:2024 and integrate compliance management systems with Model 231 frameworks designed to prevent corporate liability under Legislative Decree 231/2001.
Youth Fencing World Cup In Udine Earns ISO 20121 Certification
Youth Fencing World Cup In Udine Earns ISO 20121 Certification
The Udine Under-17 and Under-20 Fencing World Cup has achieved ISO 20121 certification, confirming its approach to managing sustainability across an international youth competition.
ABB Earns ISO 56001 Certification For Innovation Management Systems
ABB Earns ISO 56001 Certification For Innovation Management Systems
ABB, a global technology company focused on electrification and automation, has been certified to ISO 56001 for innovation management systems.
Regola Costa Earns First PEFC Ecosystem Services Certification For Tourism In Veneto
Regola Costa Earns First PEFC Ecosystem Services Certification For Tourism In Veneto
A historic land management collective in northern Italy, Regola Costa, has received the first PEFC ecosystem services certification for tourism and recreation in the Veneto region.
Italy Opens UNI 12000 Certification Scheme for Anti-Bullying Systems
Italy Opens UNI 12000 Certification Scheme for Anti-Bullying Systems
Accredia, Italy’s national accreditation body, has opened accreditation for certification bodies that will certify organizations against UNI 12000,
Italy Opens Consultation On Framework For Assessing And Certifying Digital Skills
Italy Opens Consultation On Framework For Assessing And Certifying Digital Skills
Italy has opened a public consultation on a draft reference practice that would establish common rules for assessing and certifying digital competences.
Accredia Certification And Inspection Conference To Address Developments In Conformity Assessment
Accredia Certification And Inspection Conference To Address Developments In Conformity Assessment
The annual conference of the Certification and Inspection Department of Accredia, Italy’s national accreditation body, will take place from March 17 to 19 at the headquarters of UNI, Italy’s national standards body, in Milan.
COSA Method Certification Debuts with CSQA as First Authorized Body
COSA Method Certification Debuts with CSQA as First Authorized Body
A new COSA Method certification has been introduced to measure and strengthen food safety culture in agri-food companies.
UNI Opens 20th Edition of Paolo Scolari Award with February 26 Deadline
UNI Opens 20th Edition of Paolo Scolari Award with February 26 Deadline
The Italian National Standardization Body (UNI) has launched the 20th edition of the Paolo Scolari Award (Premio Paolo Scolari),

Global News

ISO 29997 Offers First International Framework for Quality Internships
ISO 29997 Offers First International Framework for Quality Internships
ISO 29997:2025 provides the first international framework designed to help organizations deliver higher-quality internships through clearer planning, management and evaluation practices.
Experts Behind ISO 14001:2026 Explain New Focus on Climate, Biodiversity and Results
Experts Behind ISO 14001:2026 Explain New Focus on Climate, Biodiversity and Results
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has outlined the most important changes in ISO 14001:2026,
New ISO/IEC 15408 and 18045 Editions Update Common Criteria Framework
New ISO/IEC 15408 and 18045 Editions Update Common Criteria Framework
ISO/IEC 15408-1:2026 and ISO/IEC 18045:2026 have been published, updating the Common Criteria framework, an international system used to evaluate the security of IT products.
FDA Partially Recognizes ISO 10993-1:2025 for Medical Devices
FDA Partially Recognizes ISO 10993-1:2025 for Medical Devices
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has partially recognized ISO 10993-1:2025, the latest edition of the international standard used to assess the biological safety of medical devices.
Licensing Instead of Sales: ISO Changes How Standards Are Used
Licensing Instead of Sales: ISO Changes How Standards Are Used
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is preparing to replace its traditional standards sales approach with a licensing model that would give users defined rights to use standards content instead of broad unrestricted access.
BRCGS Updates Food Safety, Packaging, Storage, and Broker Rules to Meet New GFSI Requirements
BRCGS Updates Food Safety, Packaging, Storage, and Broker Rules to Meet New GFSI Requirements
BRCGS has updated certification requirements for its Food Safety, Packaging Materials, Storage and Distribution, and Agents and Brokers standards,
ISO 45001 Revision Signals Changes in How Companies Manage Workplace Safety
ISO 45001 Revision Signals Changes in How Companies Manage Workplace Safety
The revision of ISO 45001 is expected to push companies beyond traditional workplace safety management by placing greater emphasis on mental health, organizational resilience, safety culture, and climate-related risks.
International Olympic Committee Certified to ISO 20121 Event Sustainability Standard
International Olympic Committee Certified to ISO 20121 Event Sustainability Standard
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has been re-certified to ISO 20121:2024 for sustainability management at the corporate events it directly organizes and finances, including IOC Sessions, conferences, Olympic Day activities, and commission meetings.
Core Industrial Safety Framework IEC 61508 Undergoes Major Revision
Core Industrial Safety Framework IEC 61508 Undergoes Major Revision
The IEC 61508 series, the international foundation for many industrial functional safety standards,
 
FSC Proposes New Rules for Certification Statements and Audit Duration
FSC Proposes New Rules for Certification Statements and Audit Duration
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has opened a public consultation on two draft Advice Notes that would update certification body requirements related to certification statements and minimum audit duration for Forest Management audits.
ILO Moves to Modernize International Labour Standards Reporting
ILO Moves to Modernize International Labour Standards Reporting
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is preparing a major overhaul of how countries report on international labour standards.
ISO 9001 Revision Moves Into Formal FDIS Ballot Phase
ISO 9001 Revision Moves Into Formal FDIS Ballot Phase
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 9001 to the next step of the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) approval process, with the project now listed at stage 50.20 following the earlier 50.00 status.
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