Bureau Veritas Iberia Becomes First ENAC-Accredited ISO 37301 Certification Body

Bureau Veritas Iberia has become the first certification body accredited by the Spanish National Accreditation Body (ENAC) to certify compliance management systems under UNE-EN ISO 37301.

Portugal Opens Nominations for 2026 Standardization Merit Award

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) has opened nominations for its 2026 Standardization Merit Award, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to Portuguese standardization. Nominations close September 30.

IPQ Opens SME Survey for Quality Value Study

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ), with support from Ernst & Young (EY), has opened a survey inviting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to take part in a study measuring the economic, social and environmental value of quality in businesses.

IPQ Marks 40 Years of Quality in July Newsletter

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) has released its July newsletter, with the institute's 40th anniversary taking center stage.

Portugal Joins International Group on Certification of Personnel Competence in IECEE

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) has joined Working Group 34 (WG 34) on certification of personnel competence within the IECEE system.

Annual Meeting of Sectoral Standardization Bodies Reviews Portugal’s Standardization Direction

The Annual Meeting of Sectoral Standardization Bodies (ONS) 2025 brought together the Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) and its partners to review how Portugal’s standardization system is adjusting to changes at the European level.

2025 Standardization Awards Recognize Key Contributions in Portugal

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) held the 2025 Standardization Awards ceremony on November 26 at the Ricardo Fernandes Auditorium to recognize technical committees and experts who strengthen Portugal’s national standardization system.

First Iberian Standardization Meeting Highlights Digital Product Passport

The first Iberian Standardization Meeting, organized by the Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) and the Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE), was held to strengthen cooperation between the two countries.

Portugal Launches AI Assistant to Help Users Understand Standards

The Portuguese Institute for Quality (IPQ) has launched NormIA, a 24/7 virtual assistant powered by artificial intelligence to help citizens and businesses understand and apply standards.

Portuguese Quality Institute Hosts Annual Meeting of Sectoral Standardization Bodies 2024

The Portuguese Quality Institute (IPQ) held its Annual Meeting of Sectoral Standardization Bodies (ONS) on November 27, 2024.

IPQ Honors Achievements in Standardization and Quality at 2024 Ceremony

The Ricardo Fernandes Auditorium of the Portuguese Institute of Quality (IPQ) hosted the 2024 ceremony on November 27 to recognize outstanding technical committees and individuals in the world of standardization in Portugal.

Portugal’s Accreditation Body IPAC Passes Mandatory Peer Review, Retains Key Accreditations

IPAC, Portugal’s National Accreditation Body, has successfully passed a peer review mandated by European Accreditation (EA).

ISO Survey 2025 Shows Global Certification Growth, With Unusually Sharp Rise in India

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released the 2025 ISO Survey, reporting more than 3.28 million valid management system certificates worldwide.

AIAG Updates Guidelines for Supplier Management and Electronic Assembly

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) has released updated editions of two Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) guidelines covering supplier management and electronic assembly manufacturing.

IEC 62366-3 for AI Medical Device Usability Reaches Committee Draft Stage

A proposed technical specification providing guidance on usability engineering for medical devices using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), IEC 62366-3, has reached the committee draft stage.

ISO/IEC 27017:2026 Updates Information Security Controls for Cloud Services

ISO and IEC have published ISO/IEC 27017:2026, an updated international standard providing guidance on information security controls for cloud services.

ISO Seeks Feedback on Draft ISO 56011 for Innovation Management Competencies

ISO/DIS 56011, a draft international standard outlining the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to manage innovation effectively, is now open for feedback.

ISO Publishes New Guide on Education About Standardization Around the World

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published Education about Standardization: Perspectives and Practices (PUB100508), a new guide exploring how standards are being integrated into education systems worldwide.

ISO/IEC 9837:2026 Establishes Common Concepts for Systems Resilience

ISO/IEC 9837:2026, a new international standard on systems resilience, provides a common basis for understanding how systems can withstand disruptions, adapt to adverse conditions, and recover from failures.

2026 Deming Prize Winners Announced

The Deming Prize Committee announced the 2026 winners on October 6, recognizing two individuals for their contributions to quality management and four organizations from Japan, India, and Indonesia.

Draft ISO/IEC 42007 Sets Framework for AI Conformity Assessment Schemes

ISO and IEC are developing ISO/IEC DIS 42007, a framework for conformity assessment schemes for artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

ISO Approves Development of Innovation Management Guidance for Startups and SMEs

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved a new project to develop innovation management guidance for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

BRCGS Consumer Products Issue 5 Set for Launch at Connect Americas

BRCGS will launch Consumer Products Issue 5 at BRCGS Connect Americas in Nashville on October 13, 2026, introducing a revised certification standard for consumer product manufacturers. Audits against the new edition will begin on June 1, 2027.

GRI Begins Developing Sustainability Reporting Standard for Food and Beverages

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has begun developing a new Sector Standard for food and beverage companies, covering sustainability impacts across their own operations and value chains.