Management Systems World
All on Quality and other Standards in one place since 2010. Now Worldwide.
News
Please note that you have to be a registered member with paid membership in order to see full articles.
RegisterSelected News
SES Honors Standards Leaders at 2026 Annual Conference in Ottawa
The Society for Standards Professionals (SES) recognized six members of the standards community with awards during its 2026 Annual Conference, held June 2–4 in Ottawa, Canada.
Indonesia Submits List of Products Requiring Halal Certification to WTO
Indonesia has submitted to the World Trade Organization (WTO) an official list of product categories that require halal certification in the country.
NEN Revokes Safety Culture Ladder License of Cetradex Certification
The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has revoked the license of Cetradex Certificatie B.V. to carry out certification activities under the Safety Culture Ladder (SCL) scheme, effective June 4, 2026.
Latest DINews Edition Focuses on Digital Sovereignty and Product Passports
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has released the latest edition of its DINews newsletter, highlighting digital sovereignty and digital product passports as two of the key topics shaping current standardization work.
Vietnam Measurement Institute Celebrates Digital Innovation Competition Winners
The Vietnam Measurement Institute (VMI) has recognized employees and teams for developing practical digital tools aimed at improving measurement work, internal management and digital transformation across the organization.
Kwik Trip Wins IAFP Black Pearl Award for Food Safety Excellence
The International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) has named Kwik Trip the recipient of its 2026 Black Pearl Award, recognizing the company's efforts to advance food safety and quality across its operations.
Swedac Announces Transition to Third Edition of ISO/IEC 17020
The Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment (Swedac) has announced the transition to the third edition of ISO/IEC 17020, published in Sweden as SS-EN ISO/IEC 17020:2026.
BIS Releases Standards Watch 35 and June 2026 Manak Samachar
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released Standards Watch 35, focused on environmental protection and sustainability, alongside the June 2026 edition of Manak Samachar, which
ČAS Updates Procedures for Approving Electronic Records Management Software
The Czech Standardization Agency (ČAS) has updated the procedures and testing documents used to assess electronic records management systems (eSSL).
SNAS Broadens Role of Emissions Technical Committee
The Slovak National Accreditation Service (SNAS) has issued a new edition of ST-06, its statute governing technical committees, effective June 2026.
SAC Designates Organizations for ISO and IEC Committee Roles
The National Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has designated four organizations to serve as secretariats for International Organization for Standardization (ISO) committees and subcommittees covering
Kuehne+Nagel Earns ESG Recognition Backed by Four Certifications
Global logistics and supply chain company Kuehne+Nagel has received Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Recognition from DNV,Global News
TIC Market Expected to Reach USD 282.76 Billion by 2030
The global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) market is projected to grow from USD 239.48 billion in 2025 to USD 282.76 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.4%, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets.
Public Comments Open on Draft Revision of ISO 20252 Market Research Standard
A revised draft of ISO 20252—covering vocabulary and service requirements for market, opinion and social research—is under international review, with ISO member bodies invited to submit feedback by September 4.
SQF Edition 10 Coming in August With Focus on Culture, Risk, and Monitoring
The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), the organization behind the SQF Program, will publish Edition 10 of its code in August 2025.
ISO 42006 Brings Clear Requirements for Auditing AI Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC 42006:2025, setting requirements for bodies that audit and certify Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) under ISO/IEC 42001.
IFS Publishes New Doctrine and Product Chart to Support HPC Version 3 Audits
IFS has released two new documents to support audits under the Home and Personal Care (HPC) Version 3 standard:
Small Defense Suppliers Warned to Strengthen Cybersecurity or Risk Losing Contracts
Small and medium enterprises supplying the US Department of Defense are being urged to seek third-party support to meet rising cybersecurity demands under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
GLOBALG.A.P. Launches IFA v6 Smart Standards for Crops and Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has released two new product categories under the Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 plants scope.
Proposal Aims to Modernize How ISO Standards Are Classified and Organized
Germany’s national standards body, DIN, has proposed the development of ISO/NP TS 26019, which would update the International Classification for Standards (ICS).
Geely’s New Customer Requirements and Scorecard Now in Effect
Geely Holding Group’s updated Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) and Scorecard Quick Reference Guide officially took effect on July 1, 2025.
Accreditation Opens for Interprivacy Data Protection Scheme Outside EU
Italy’s national accreditation body, Accredia, has opened accreditation for the Interprivacy data protection certification scheme, which applies to the processing of personal data outside the European Union.
IAF Report Reveals 2024 Growth in MLA Coverage and Accreditation Reach
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released its 2024 report on the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA),
