ISO 9001:2026 to be officially launched on 16 September
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) will officially launch the new edition of the world’s most widely used standard for quality management systems – ISO 9001:2026.The online launch will take place on 16 September 2026 and will provide organizations, auditors, consultants and quality management professionals with an opportunity to learn more about the new edition and the key changes to the standard.
ISO 9001:2026 will replace the current ISO 9001:2015.
Key highlights of ISO 9001:2026 include:
- clearer requirements to support better understanding and implementation;
- a stronger emphasis on leadership, quality culture and ethical behaviour;
- a clearer distinction between risks and opportunities;
- improved alignment with other management system standards;
- a new informative Annex A, providing additional clarification on terminology and the intent of the requirements.
Following the publication of ISO 9001:2026, organizations certified to ISO 9001:2015 will need to prepare for the transition to the new edition within the established transition period.
For organizations, this will involve reviewing their existing quality management system, analysing the new and revised requirements, and identifying the actions needed to ensure a smooth transition.
CONSEJO will follow the official publication of ISO 9001:2026 and provide a detailed analysis of the final changes, together with practical guidance on preparing for the transition.
Source: iso.org
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