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Accessibility Standards Canada Launches Databases on Research and Technical Guides
Accessibility Standards Canada Launches Databases on Research and Technical Guides
Accessibility Standards Canada has unveiled two new platforms aimed at making key resources easier to find.
MHM Becomes First SCC-Accredited Body for AI Management Systems
MHM Becomes First SCC-Accredited Body for AI Management Systems
MHM Advisory Ltd. has become the first certification body accredited under the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) AI Management Systems (AIMS) Accreditation Program.
ANSI Invites Feedback on Proposed International Committee for Digital Product Passports
ANSI Invites Feedback on Proposed International Committee for Digital Product Passports
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is seeking comments by October 9 on a proposal to create a new international committee for Digital Product Passports (DPPs).
Food Safety ConnectED Portal Invites Professionals to Mentor Students
Food Safety ConnectED Portal Invites Professionals to Mentor Students
The Food Safety ConnectED portal is inviting food safety professionals to join as mentors, helping students and educators connect with experienced experts in the field.
ANSI Launches Compliance Platform Covering Standards and Regulations
ANSI Launches Compliance Platform Covering Standards and Regulations
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has launched Compliance Solutions,
SCC Launches Young Leaders Program for Climate Resilience
SCC Launches Young Leaders Program for Climate Resilience
Canada is launching a new program to empower young people to take the lead on climate adaptation.
Canada to Host ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto
Canada to Host ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto
The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) will host the ISO/TC 207 Environmental Management Plenary 2025 in Toronto from October 25 to November 2.
Modernizing Accreditation: ANAB Launches Digital Technology Initiative and AI Task Force
Modernizing Accreditation: ANAB Launches Digital Technology Initiative and AI Task Force
The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) has launched its Digital Technology Initiative (DTI) to advance digital transformation across its accreditation services.
USNC Current Summer Edition Highlights Education in Standards
USNC Current Summer Edition Highlights Education in Standards
The new Summer 2025 edition of the USNC Current focuses on how education and training can strengthen the standards workforce and prepare future leaders.
NIST Draft Guidelines Target Stronger Software Security
NIST Draft Guidelines Target Stronger Software Security
The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released Special Publication 1800-44, a draft set of practices aimed at improving security throughout the software development process.
Canada Publishes Guides on Accessible Procurement of Goods and Services
Canada Publishes Guides on Accessible Procurement of Goods and Services
Accessibility Standards Canada and Public Services and Procurement Canada have issued two technical guides that provide step-by-step advice on how to integrate accessibility into procurement.
EPA’s WaterSense Program Honored With Ronald H. Brown Standards Leadership Award
EPA’s WaterSense Program Honored With Ronald H. Brown Standards Leadership Award
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WaterSense Program will receive the Ronald H. Brown Standards Leadership Award,

Global News

ISO 22000 Revision Enters Public Enquiry Stage
ISO 22000 Revision Enters Public Enquiry Stage
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has moved the revision of ISO 22000 to the public enquiry stage.
ISO 19011 Auditing Standard Enters Final Stage With Hybrid And Digital Shift
ISO 19011 Auditing Standard Enters Final Stage With Hybrid And Digital Shift
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has advanced the revision of ISO 19011 to the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage. 
IMDRF Playbook Guides Global Use Of Shared Medical Device Regulatory Reviews
IMDRF Playbook Guides Global Use Of Shared Medical Device Regulatory Reviews
The International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) has published a playbook to help regulators use shared approaches when reviewing medical devices, known as regulatory reliance.
DIN Introduces First Framework For AI Testing Tools
DIN Introduces First Framework For AI Testing Tools
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 92006, introducing the first unified framework for artificial intelligence (AI) testing tools and setting clear requirements for how these tools should be designed and used.
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Release Moved To May 2026
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Release Moved To May 2026
The Foundation for Food Safety Certification (FSSC) has delayed the launch of FSSC 22000 Version 7, with publication now expected in early May 2026.
FSC Launches Normative Newsfeed For Clearer Requirements Updates
FSC Launches Normative Newsfeed For Clearer Requirements Updates
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has introduced a new Normative Newsfeed to make updates to its requirements easier to track and understand.
OECD Report Links Standards To More Effective Regulation
OECD Report Links Standards To More Effective Regulation
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has released a report examining how governments can improve regulation by making better use of standards, measurement, and assurance systems, known as quality infrastructure (QI).
ISO 9000 Revision Reaches Final Draft Stage, Publication Expected In May 2026
ISO 9000 Revision Reaches Final Draft Stage, Publication Expected In May 2026
The revision of ISO 9000, the international standard that defines the basic concepts and vocabulary of quality management, has reached the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) stage, the final step before publication.
ISO and IEC Form JTC 5 Committee on Digital Product Passport Standards
ISO and IEC Form JTC 5 Committee on Digital Product Passport Standards
A new international standards committee has been created to develop standards for digital product passports (DPPs), systems designed to share key product information across the entire lifecycle and improve transparency and circular economy practices.
Third Edition of ISO 22301 Business Continuity Standard Enters Development
Third Edition of ISO 22301 Business Continuity Standard Enters Development
The next revision of ISO 22301, the international standard for business continuity management systems (BCMS), has moved into development.
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Launches Website
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Launches Website
Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated has launched its new official website, providing a central online platform for the organization that became the single global body for international accreditation cooperation.
Cradle to Cradle Certified Version 5 Released With Stronger Focus On Measurable Product Requirements
Cradle to Cradle Certified Version 5 Released With Stronger Focus On Measurable Product Requirements
The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute (C2CPII) has released Version 5 of the Cradle to Cradle Certified standard,
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