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

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

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

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

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.

IFS Updates Guideline for Logistics Audit Checklist

IFS has updated its Guideline for the IFS Logistics Audit Checklist to align with IFS Logistics version 3.

Volvo and GM Update Customer-Specific Requirements for IATF 16949

Volvo Group and General Motors have updated their customer-specific requirements (CSRs) for IATF 16949, the automotive quality management system standard.

IRIS Certification News: Railway Quality Management Upgrades with Rev. 4 and Siemens Mobility’s Gold Award

The International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) underwent significant updates with the implementation of Revision 4 in April 2024, introducing key changes to improve quality management for railway sector companies.

Draft Revision of ISO 17020 for Inspection Bodies Open for Voting

The ISO International Organization for Standardization Committee on Conformity Assessment (CASCO) has released a draft revision of ISO/IEC 17020, which sets competence requirements for inspection bodies.

Survey Launched to Improve ISO 59000 Circular Economy Standards

The ISO/TC 323 Technical Committee on Circular Economy has launched a survey, open from February 4 to April 4, 2025, to gather feedback on three foundational standards within its scope - ISO 59004, ISO 59010, and ISO 59020.

ETSI Creates Group to Define 6G Standards, Welcomes Expert Contributions

The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has launched a new working group to define the requirements for the upcoming sixth-generation (6G) mobile network.

FSC Clarifies Misconceptions Amid Illegal Timber Trade Concerns, Notably From Russia

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) decided to address the current misconceptions regarding its certification system, particularly in relation to illegal timber trade and supply chain transparency.