The ISO 9001 revision has reached the Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) voting stage, targeting publication in September 2026. Key updates include alignment with the Harmonised Structure (HS) and technical requirement consensus for clauses 1 through 10.
Timeline and Status
FDIS Voting: Submitted in mid-April 2026 for member voting.
Publication Target: Scheduled for September 2026, though timelines may shift based on national body comments.
Transition Period: Certified organizations will have 2 to 3 years to transition after final publication.
Key Focus Areas
- Harmonised Structure: Updates center on matching ISO’s high-level structure for management systems.
- Clarity and Consistency: Revisions reorder requirements and refine text in Annex A and the introduction rather than introducing major new mandates.
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