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Ten QM Software Providers to Present Their Tools at SAQ-QUALICON Event
SAQ-QUALICON is organizing a free online Tool Arena on December 10, 2026, where 10 providers will present their own quality management software.
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,
Switzerland Launches Coby AI Tool for Standards Work
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has launched Coby, a specialized artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed for professionals working with standards and regulatory requirements.
Switzerland Revises Rules for Food Origin Labeling
Switzerland has revised its rules on how food can claim a Swiss origin, publishing the updated ordinance with changes that take effect on January 1, 2026.
CEN and CENELEC Young Professionals Series: Tiphanie Bent Stresses Value of Standards for AI and Finance
The latest feature in the Meet Young Professionals in European Standardization series by CEN and CENELEC introduces Tiphanie Bent from Switzerland.
Swiss Experts Sought for Digital Product Passport Standards
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) is inviting Swiss experts to help develop standards for the European Union's Digital Product Passport (DPP).
SAS Launches New "Services and Environment Unit"
The Swiss Accreditation Service (SAS) has launched a new department, Services and Environment (ASDU), effective December 1, 2024.
New Swiss Standard Improves Proficiency Assessments for Hiring
A new Swiss standard, SN 33430, has been introduced to improve the quality and effectiveness of job-related proficiency assessments.
SNV Calls for Experts to Shape ISO GPS Standards
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has launched a call for applications, inviting specialists to join the development and revision of ISO GPS (Geometrical Product Specifications) standards.
The Swiss Takeover: How SNV Took the Helm of ISO Wormgearing Standards Committee
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has assumed the secretariat management of the ISO/TC 60/SC 1 standards committee.
SAS Passes EA Peer Evaluation, Scope of Accreditation Expanded
The Swiss Accreditation Service (SAS) has successfully passed its eighth peer evaluation by the European Cooperation for Accreditation (EA).
Swiss Experts Needed for Revision of ISO 45001 Standard on Workplace Safety
The Swiss Association for Standardization (SNV) has issued a call for experts to participate in the revision of the ISO 45001 standard, which focuses on occupational safety and health management systems.Global News
Conformity Assessment Schemes Gain Broader Guidance Under ISO/IEC 17067:2026
The second edition of ISO/IEC 17067:2026 has been released, expanding the standard's scope beyond product certification to cover all types of conformity assessment schemes.
ISO 20252:2026 Arrives With Updated Rules for AI and Market Research
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 20252:2026, introducing updated requirements for market, opinion and social research, with a stronger focus on artificial intelligence (AI), data quality and information security.
With 99% Approval, ISO 9002 Revision Moves Toward Final Draft
The revision of ISO 9002 has moved closer to completion after its Draft International Standard (DIS) received 99% approval.
IT Governance Implementation Gets New Guidance in ISO/IEC 38501-1:2026
ISO and IEC have published ISO/IEC 38501-1:2026, providing guidance on implementing effective governance of information technology (IT).
ISO 37304:2026 Published, Establishing Requirements for Compliance Management Certification Bodies
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published ISO 37304:2026 on October 16, establishing international requirements for bodies that audit and certify compliance management systems.
Project Performance and Risk Management More Closely Linked in ISO 21508:2026
The second edition of ISO 21508:2026 updates international guidance on measuring project progress and costs through earned value management (EVM).
KSQA Loses AS9100 Accreditation, Transfers Clients to Certification Body Involved in Previous Audit Controversy
K&S Quality Assessments (KSQA) has lost its accreditation to issue AS9100 aerospace quality management system certificates and is transferring affected clients to SCB IAPMO, another certification body previously involved in a controversy over aerospace certification audits.
ISO 22514-7:2026 Revises Methods for Assessing Measurement Process Capability
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22514-7:2026, a revised standard for evaluating whether measurement processes are capable of meeting the requirements of specific measurement tasks.
PEFC Seeks Working Group Members for Revision of Three Chain of Custody and Trademarks Standards
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has opened nominations for two working groups tasked with revising three international standards covering forest-based product traceability, certification bodies and trademark use.
IEEE Releases 2863-2026 Recommended Practice for Organizational AI Governance
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) published IEEE 2863-2026 on October 16, 2026, providing guidance for organizations on the responsible, ethical and accountable governance of artificial intelligence (AI).
IATF 16949 Audit Statistics Show Persistent Problems With Corrective Actions and Production Controls
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has published updated global statistics on the most common nonconformities identified during third-party certification audits against IATF 16949, the automotive quality management system standard.
