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Healthcare Certification Standard Translation Approved in Serbia
The KS CASCO has approved the Serbian translation of ISO/IEC TS 17021-15:2023.
Montenegro Hosts BIM Standards Panel for Civil Engineering Experts
Montenegro’s Institute for Standardization (ISME), in partnership with the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Montenegro, is set to host and discussion on BIM implementation in civil engineering.
Serbian Accreditation Body Participates in North Macedonian Laboratory Conference
Representatives from ATS (Accreditation Body of Serbia) participated in the conference “Quality and Competence 2024,” organized by MAKLAB – Macedonian Laboratory Association.
Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) Launches e-Accreditation Application for Digital Business
The Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) has launched its e-Accreditation application as part of its new system aimed at the digitalization of business processes.
Serbia Aligns with Global Transition for Information Security Certification Standards
The period of transition to the new global standard for certifying bodies conducting audits of ISMS is underway, and Serbia is aligning with those changes.
Poziv za 26. međunarodni simpozij o kvaliteti - HDMK
Hrvatsko društvo menadžera kvalitete HDMK poziva na 26. međunarodni simpozijum o kvaliteti, koji se od 02. do 04. travnja 2025. godine održava u Šibeniku.
Novi Kneževac in Serbia Launches Grant Program for Women Entrepreneurs
The municipality of Novi Kneževac, Serbia, has opened a public call to award grants to female entrepreneurs.
New Bulletin from ISS Highlights Standards, Innovation, and Milestones
The Institute for Standardization of Serbia (ISS) has released the latest issue of its "Standardization" bulletin, packed with important updates for the industry.
Belgrade Hosts ESG Conference - ESG standards contribute to competitiveness and long-term business sustainability
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia hosted the "ESG, a Way of Life and Doing Business" conference in Belgrade, focusing on how ESG standards can boost competitiveness.
Serbia Begins Transition to New Standard for Competence of Proficiency Testing Providers
The transition to a new standard for proficiency testing providers in Serbia has been announced by the Accreditation Body of Serbia (ATS), as instructed by the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC).
Bosnia Published Translated European Guide on Sustainable Business Reporting
The Institute for Standardization of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ISBIH) has published the translation of the CEN-CENELEC ESG (environmental, social, and governance) guide.
Public Discussion Opens for Croatian National Fuel Standard Draft Addition
The Croatian Standards Institute (HZN) announced a public discussion for the draft addition of the Croatian national standard nHRN 589:2024/NA.Global News
ISO 9001 Revision Moves Closer to Public Review Stage After April Meeting
The ISO working group ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, responsible for revising ISO 9001, met online on April 28, 2025, to address and resolve some of the remaining comments on the second committee draft.
Public Consultation Opens for Draft Revision of ISO 9000 Standard
The draft version of ISO 9000—covering fundamentals and vocabulary for quality management—is now open for public consultation ahead of its planned update.
FSSC 24000 Guidance Released for Managing Complaints and Grievances
The Foundation FSSC has published a new guidance document under the FSSC 24000 certification scheme, offering a structured approach for handling complaints and grievances from workers and other stakeholders.
IFS Launches New ESG Compliance Check to Tackle Supply Chain Risks
IFS has introduced the IFS ESG Compliance Check, a tool designed to help companies manage environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks in their supply chains.
SA8000 Overhaul Centers on Worker Rights, Privacy and Living Wages
The SA8000 standard on workplace social accountability is undergoing a major revision, with the new SA8000:2026 expected to be finalized by the end of next year.
ISO Developing Malnutrition Care Standard for Hospitals in Developing Countries
A new international standard is being developed to help hospitals in developing countries better prevent, detect, and treat malnutrition—a condition affecting nearly half of all hospital patients worldwide.
ISO, IEC, and ITU Publish April 2025 Listings of Standardization Projects
A coordinated list of major standardization projects was released for April 2025, covering new and ongoing work across a wide range of technical areas.
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Emerges as Leading Standard for AI Connectivity
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is rapidly becoming a key framework for linking artificial intelligence (AI) systems with the tools and data they depend on.
LabWare ASSURE Brings Automation to Food and Beverage Lab Compliance
LabWare has introduced ASSURE, a new cloud-based platform designed to improve food and beverage product safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance in laboratories.
IQNET Celebrates 35 Years of Global Impact in Certification and Standards
IQNET Association is marking 35 years as one of the global network in the conformity assessment industry.
PEFC General Assembly Approves New Standards for RED III Compliance
The PEFC General Assembly has approved a new set of standards that align with the European Union’s Renewable Energy Directive 2023/2413 (RED III), marking the final step in PEFC’s standard-setting process.
