17th June 2025
ISO 9001:2015 Revision Underway
The world’s most widely adopted quality management standard, ISO 9001, is currently undergoing a formal revision process, with the updated version—ISO 9001:2026—expected to be published in Q4 2026. This update is being led by ISO/TC 176/SC 2, the technical committee responsible for quality systems, and follows a systematic review confirming the need to modernize the standard.
The new revision will aim to reflect evolving market needs and technological advances while maintaining compatibility with the Annex SL framework—the common structure used across all ISO management system standards.
Key focus areas expected in the revision include:
- Enhanced emphasis on risk-based thinking and organizational resilience
- Greater integration of digitalization, including quality data and process automation
- Increased alignment with sustainability and ESG principles in quality planning
- Strengthened focus on stakeholder needs and quality culture
ISO has confirmed that no new standard will be issued before 2026, and organizations certified to ISO 9001:2015 will have a transition period—likely 3 years—to transition to the new version once published.
Updates will be provided on this webpage, as we find out more.
