RvA Updates Prisma Reporting Tool for Assessment Reporting

The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has launched an updated version of its Prisma Reporting Tool, introducing changes to how assessment findings, deviations, and reports are structured and presented.

Dutch Healthcare Information Security Standard Updated to Align With ISO 27799

The Royal Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has published an amendment to NEN 7510-2 to align it with ISO 27799,

Netherlands Calls for Stakeholders to Join ISO Tourism Standards Committee

The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is calling on national stakeholders to take part in international tourism standardization through ISO/TC 228,

Free Risk Tool Launched for Healthcare Information Security Standard NEN 7510

The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has launched a free risk analysis tool to help healthcare organizations and other entities that process personal health data carry out the information security risk assessment required under NEN 7510.

RvA Publishes INF002 Guidance On ISO 17025 Interpretation

The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has published a new informative document, INF002, explaining how it interprets and applies EN ISO/IEC 17025,

RvA Undergoes EA Peer Evaluation To Confirm MLA Status Under ISO 17011

The Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA) has completed iits 2025 peer evaluation by the European co-operation for Accreditation (EA), a review that determines whether it can remain a signatory to the EA Multilateral Agreement.

NEN Seeks Experts for Clinical Research Standards Committee

The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) is inviting experts to join its Clinical Research standards committee to help shape international standards for clinical investigations of medical devices.

NEN Nearing Full Shift To Digital Standards In February 2026

From February 1, 2026, NEN, the Netherlands’ national standards body, will supply its standards only in digital form, ending the sale of printed standards.

Dutch Stakeholders Invited to Review Water Sampling Standard NEN-EN-ISO 19458

The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has opened a consultation asking Dutch stakeholders whether the water sampling standard NEN-EN-ISO 19458 should be revised, with input open until February 19, 2026.

NEN Connect Introduces Seven New Management System Packages with Compliance Tool

Seven new management system standard packages are now available on NEN Connect, the online platform of NEN that provides digital access to standards and related tools.

RvA Updates Rules for Conformity Assessment Schemes and Scheme Managers

The Netherlands Accreditation Council (RvA) has released a revised version of its Accreditation Specification ASR007, which sets the requirements for conformity assessment schemes and the organizations that manage them.

NEN Sets Initial Scope For New Guideline On Sustainable Medical Devices

The Netherlands Standardization Institute (NEN) has set the initial scope for developing a new Dutch Practice Guideline (NPR) on sustainability in medical devices.

FSSC 22000 Version 7 Updates Prerequisite Programs And Aligns With GFSI 2024

The Foundation FSSC has released Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 food safety management system certification scheme, introducing updated prerequisite programs (PRPs) and aligning the scheme with the 2024 Global Food Safety Initiative requirements. 

ISO Develops Carbon Credit Data Model Standard, Calls for Input

A new data model for carbon credit markets is being developed by ISO’s sustainable finance and financial services committees, with early input still open to stakeholders.

ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.

Consultation Underway On Global Standard For AI Testing In Medical Devices

An international voting and consultation phase is underway for a new standard that sets requirements for testing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical devices.

MSC Opens Review Of Chain Of Custody Standard For Public Consultation

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has launched a public consultation on proposed revisions to its Chain of Custody Standard, inviting stakeholders across the seafood supply chain to provide feedback until May 30, 2026.

Call For Food Sector Stakeholders To Influence ISO 22000 Revision Through National Committees

Food sector stakeholders who apply ISO 22000 in practice have the opportunity to influence its revision by bringing real-world experience into the process.

AutoCarbon Certification Scheme Due in 2027 As Pilot Phase Begins

The International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) has announced AutoCarbon,

ISO 14064-5 Introduces Guidance For Remote Verification Of Greenhouse Gas Data

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has introduced ISO 14064-5, which provides guidance on how to carry out verification and validation of greenhouse gas (GHG) data using remote techniques in digital environments.

ISO 9002 Revision Moves To Draft International Standard Stage

The revision of ISO 9002 has entered the Draft International Standard (DIS) stage, with ISO/TC 176/SC 2, the ISO subcommittee responsible for quality systems, advancing the project into formal consultation. 

ISO 37304 Compliance Management Certification Standard Advances to Final Draft Stage

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced ISO 37304 to the final draft international standard (FDIS) stage.

One Vote Tips Toward New Edition Of ISO/IEC 17065 Over Amendment

One vote has tipped the decision toward publishing a new edition of ISO/IEC 17065 instead of issuing a separate amendment, following a closely split ballot within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Is ISO 25500 a Solution to Supply Chain Data Challenges?

ISO 25500, a draft series of standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is presented by the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) as a possible way to address long-standing problems with unreliable data across global supply chains.