Updates on the ISO 9001:2026 revision
A running log of milestones in the ISO development process, ISO/TC 176 announcements, and practical guidance for transition planning.
- April 2026FDIS
FDIS ballot opens — final two months before publication
The Final Draft International Standard has been circulated to ISO member bodies for a yes/no ballot. No further technical changes expected.
Read update - January 2026Training
Personnel-certification schemes publish transition courses
IRCA and Exemplar Global have announced transition course frameworks for Lead Auditors. Confirm timing with your training provider.
Read update - October 2025DIS
DIS comment period closes
National mirror committees have submitted consolidated comments. The drafting working group will resolve comments ahead of the FDIS.
Read update - June 2025DIS
Draft International Standard published
The DIS is now available from national standards bodies. This is the right point to begin a structured gap analysis.
Read update - February 2025TC 176
ISO/TC 176/SC 2 confirms revision scope
Climate, digital transformation, and stakeholder context confirmed as the principal areas of substantive change.
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