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CNAS Revises Five Biobank Accreditation Documents And Sets Implementation Plan
China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) has released five revised documents for biobank quality and competence accreditation.
UNE Featured In CEOE Environmental Practices Catalog For Circular Economy Initiative
The Spanish Association for Standardization (UNE) has been featured in the 2025 Environmental Best Practices Catalog of Spanish Companies,
Vietnam Updates Measurement Control And Product Testing Rules
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MST) has issued Circular No. 04/2026/TT-BKHCN, updating several regulations related to standards, metrology, and product quality management.
Robotics In Industry And Daily Life Featured In BIS Standards Watch Episode 29
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released episode 29 of its Standards Watch series, focusing on how robotics is increasingly contributing to both industrial production and everyday life.
Japan Revises Certification Rules For Concrete Products
Japan has revised JIS Q 1012, the certification guideline used for concrete products carrying the JIS Mark, aligning it with related standards and introducing changes that simplify factory quality management and allow digital documentation.
Quality Council Of The Czech Republic Publishes Newsletter Reviewing Quality Initiatives From 2025
The Quality Council of the Czech Republic and the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MPO) have published a newsletter summarizing the main activities carried out in 2025 to support quality, innovation, and responsible business practices in the country.
South Chungcheong Quality Management Competition Invites Teams To 2026 Event
The 2026 South Chungcheong Quality Management Competition will take place June 18-19 at the Splas Resom resort in South Korea.
ISO 21800: Making Sense Of Long And Confusing Online Terms And Conditions
Long and complex online terms and conditions often discourage consumers from reading them, creating a gap between what people agree to and what they actually understand.
UKAS and DAkkS Publish Joint Guidance on AI in Accredited Conformity Assessment
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) and the German accreditation body (DAkkS) have published joint guidance to help conformity assessment bodies adopt artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly in accredited activities.
BIS Invites Stakeholders To Discuss Roadmap For Sustainable Agriculture Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has invited stakeholders to a consultation meeting on March 11, 2026 to review and discuss a strategic roadmap for developing standards in the field of sustainable agriculture.
Quality Business Magazine Reaches Ten-Year Milestone With Anniversary Edition
Quality Business, the quarterly membership magazine of the New Zealand Organisation for Quality (NZOQ), has released a special anniversary edition marking ten years since the publication’s first issue in February 2016.
Vietnam Clarifies Rules For National Quality Award Participation
Vietnam is refining the regulatory framework for the National Quality Award to improve transparency and make it easier for businesses to participate in the program.Global News
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
ISO 14091 Under Review To Ensure It Meets Climate Adaptation Needs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is conducting a systematic review of ISO 14091 to determine whether it still meets the needs of organizations addressing climate change risks.
Six Changes Reshape ISO 17020 Requirements For Inspection Bodies
The 2026 revision of ISO/IEC 17020 introduces structural and conceptual updates that will affect how inspection bodies operate, particularly in areas such as independence, impartiality, complaints handling, and management systems.
IFS Strengthens Audit Consistency With Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2
IFS has released Good Audit Practices Guideline Version 2 to support auditors in delivering more consistent, high quality and effective audits across all IFS Standards.
TIC Council Sets Principles For Digitalization Of Assurance Services
TIC Council, the global trade association representing the independent third-party testing, inspection and certification sector,
ISO Launches ISO 14092 Climate Adaptation Planning Standard For Local Governments And Communities
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14092:2026, a new International Standard that sets clear requirements and guidance for climate change adaptation planning by local governments and communities.
ISO 9002 Revision: Second Working Draft Completed
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has completed the second Working Draft of its ISO 9002 revision, marking further progress in updating the guidance to reflect changes in ISO 9001.
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Nears Release with Major Food Safety Updates
FSSC 22000, a global food safety certification scheme developed by the Foundation FSSC, is moving toward Version 7, a major update that will reshape how food businesses manage safety, align with new global requirements, and prepare for future industry demands.
