Guide on Coordinating Cybersecurity Incident Responses Now Available

A new framework, ISO/IEC 27035-4:2024, has been released to help organizations coordinate their response to cybersecurity incidents affecting multiple partners.

GLOBALG.A.P. Opens Public Consultation on New Social Responsibility Standard for Flowers

GLOBALG.A.P. has introduced a new Social Responsibility standard for flowers and ornamentals, focusing on improving social and labor conditions in high-risk countries.

ISO 14001 Draft Update Released and Open for Comments

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a draft update for ISO 14001, the global standard for environmental management systems.

GAEI, a New Tool to Measure Accreditation Capability Worldwide

The latest IAF Outlook newsletter introduces the Global Accreditation Experience Index (GAEI), a new tool measuring accreditation capability worldwide.

BSI Unveils Free Net-Zero Guide to Help SMEs Cut Emissions

BSI has launched a free standard to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop net-zero transition plans.

Update of IFS Split Audit Protocol puts sharper Risk Controls and Planning in Focus

IFS has released version 2 of its Split Audit Protocol, providing updated guidance for audits conducted both on-site and remotely.

IAF Releases January Outlook Newsletter: Updates on MLA Expansion, COP 29, and Leadership Strategies

The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published its latest Outlook newsletter, featuring significant updates in accreditation and conformity assessment.

GM Tightens Supplier Rules With Stricter Inspections and New Reporting

General Motors (GM) has revised its Customer Specific Requirements for IATF 16949, effective January 31, 2025.

No Deal! SGS and Bureau Veritas End Merger Negotiations

SGS and Bureau Veritas have ended merger talks without reaching an agreement, which could have created a €32 billion leader in testing and certification services.

PEFC Launches Survey to Revise Project Certification Requirements

PEFC has opened a survey to gather stakeholder feedback on updating its Project Certification requirements.

Benchmark Organic Textile Standard GOTS Version 8.0 Open for Public Consultation

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), an internationally recognized certification standard for organic textiles, is currently under revision, with public consultation open for Version 8.0.

ISO 17025 Clarification: Standard Methods Don’t Require Validation Unless Modified

ISO has clarified that standard methods from organizations like ASTM are already validated and do not require extra testing by laboratories unless modified or used outside their intended purpose.