Students Challenged to Explore Hidden Role of Standards in 15th ANSI Paper Competition

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and its Committee on Education have launched the 15th annual Student Paper Competition,

NESC 2028 Revision Cycle Moves Into Public Comment Phase

The National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), the United States’ framework for electrical safety published every five years by the IEEE Standards Association, is now in a key stage of its 2028 update.

Accessibility Standards Canada Launches Databases on Research and Technical Guides

Accessibility Standards Canada has unveiled two new platforms aimed at making key resources easier to find.

MHM Becomes First SCC-Accredited Body for AI Management Systems

MHM Advisory Ltd. has become the first certification body accredited under the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) AI Management Systems (AIMS) Accreditation Program.

ANSI Invites Feedback on Proposed International Committee for Digital Product Passports

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is seeking comments by October 9 on a proposal to create a new international committee for Digital Product Passports (DPPs).

Food Safety ConnectED Portal Invites Professionals to Mentor Students

The Food Safety ConnectED portal is inviting food safety professionals to join as mentors, helping students and educators connect with experienced experts in the field.

ANSI Launches Compliance Platform Covering Standards and Regulations

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has launched Compliance Solutions,

SCC Launches Young Leaders Program for Climate Resilience

Canada is launching a new program to empower young people to take the lead on climate adaptation.

Canada to Host ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) will host the ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto from October 25 to November 2.

Modernizing Accreditation: ANAB Launches Digital Technology Initiative and AI Task Force

The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has launched its Digital Technology Initiative (DTI) to advance digital transformation across its accreditation services.

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.

ISO 9001:2026 Receives Final Approval Ahead of September Publication

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved the final draft of ISO 9001:2026 with overwhelming support, clearing the way for publication of the revised quality management standard, which is expected in September 2026.

Codex Defines When 'May Contain' Allergen Labels Are Justified

New international guidance adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission aims to make 'may contain' allergen labels more consistent and trustworthy.

ISO 14025:2026 Brings First Major Update to Environmental Product Declarations in 20 Years

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14025:2026, the first major revision of the international standard for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) since 2006. 

ISO/IEC 27000 Updated With Clearer Guidance for Information Security Standards

ISO and IEC have updated ISO/IEC 27000, the guide to the ISO/IEC 27000 family of information security standards.

AIAG and VDA Publish Global Guide for Better Manufacturing Process Control

A new joint manual from the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) establishes a single international approach to monitoring and improving manufacturing processes.

ISO 14001:2026 Transition Deadlines Confirmed

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has confirmed the transition timeline for ISO 14001:2026, 

BIPM Releases First Stable Digital Reference for SI Units

The International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) has released the first stable version of the SI Reference Point, a digital reference for the International System of Units (SI).

FSSC 22000 Version 7 Incorporates Save Food Packaging Principles

The Foundation FSSC has incorporated aspects of the Save Food Packaging (SFP) Design Principles into FSSC 22000 Version 7 through a partnership with the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) and the Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP).

VDA Publishes Updated Interpretations for VDA 6.2 Service Audit Standard

The German Association of the Automotive Industry Quality Management Center (VDA QMC) has published Version 2 of the Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for VDA 6.2, updating how service organizations in the automotive industry should apply the quality management audit standard.

ISO and IEC Update AI Rules for Standards Development

ISO and IEC have published updated guidance on the use of artificial intelligence in technical committees, defining how AI may be used during the development of international standards. 

BRCGS Updates Packaging Materials Issue 7 Requirements for GFSI Benchmarking 2024

BRCGS has updated the requirements for its Packaging Materials Issue 7 certification scheme to meet the GFSI Benchmarking Requirements 2024.

SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment

The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has opened public access to the draft version of ISO 9002, allowing organizations and quality professionals to read and comment on the official guidance for applying ISO 9001 before the document is finalized.