ISO 9001:2026 News is an independent editorial publication dedicated to providing authoritative, accurate, and timely coverage of the ISO 9001:2026 quality management standard revision and its implications for certified organisations worldwide.
We cover the full lifecycle of the standard — from the initial Draft International Standard through the Final Draft International Standard and official publication on September 16, 2026 — as well as the three-year transition period that follows. Our content is written for quality management professionals, certification auditors, consultants, and organisational leaders who need reliable information to plan their transition to ISO 9001:2026.
Editorial Independence
ISO 9001:2026 News is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the International Accreditation Forum (IAF), BSI Group, DNV, SGS, Bureau Veritas, TÜV SÜD, NQA, or any other certification body or standards organisation. All content represents independent editorial judgment. We do not accept payment for editorial coverage.
Our Editorial Team
Our content is written by certified quality management professionals with direct experience implementing, auditing, and consulting on ISO 9001 across manufacturing, energy, and service industries. Our two primary contributors are:
- Onega Ulanova — Quality Management Systems Expert & Lead Auditor. IRCA Certified Lead Auditor with two decades of experience implementing ISO 9001 and API Spec Q1 across manufacturing, energy, and industrial sectors.
- Konstantin Dolgan — ISO 9001 Lead Auditor & Quality Systems Consultant. Specialises in quality management system design, internal audit programmes, and ISO 9001 transition planning for small and mid-size manufacturers.
Our Editorial Standards
Accuracy and Verification
All factual claims in our articles are verified against primary sources: the ISO 9001:2026 standard text (FDIS), IAF Mandatory Documents, accreditation body bulletins, and official certification body guidance. We do not publish speculation as fact. Where information is uncertain or pending (such as transition audit requirements that have not yet been finalised), we clearly indicate this.
Author Attribution
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Corrections Policy
We are committed to correcting errors promptly and transparently. If you identify an inaccuracy in our content, please contact us at editorial@iso9001-2026.com with the article URL and the specific claim you believe to be incorrect. We will review the matter and, where an error is confirmed, update the article and note the correction at the bottom of the page.
Commercial Relationships
Some articles on this Site contain links to certification bodies, consultants, and other commercial services. Where we have a commercial relationship with a linked entity, this is disclosed in the article. Our editorial coverage is not influenced by commercial relationships — we cover certification bodies, tools, and services based on their relevance and value to our readers, not on the basis of payment.
Use of AI Tools
Some articles on this Site are researched and drafted with the assistance of AI writing tools. All AI-assisted content is reviewed, verified, and edited by our human editorial team before publication. The named author on each article takes responsibility for its accuracy and editorial quality.
What We Cover
- Standard updates: News and analysis of the ISO 9001:2026 development process, FDIS approval, and publication
- Transition guidance: Practical guides for organisations transitioning from ISO 9001:2015 to ISO 9001:2026
- Clause analysis: Deep dives into specific clauses and requirements, with practical implementation guidance
- Certification body coverage: Independent reviews and comparisons of accredited certification bodies
- Industry-specific guidance: How ISO 9001:2026 applies to manufacturing, services, healthcare, and other sectors
- Tools and resources: Free templates, checklists, and guides to support transition planning
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