Configuration management is essential for IT security, built on five key pillars: planning, identification, control, status accounting, and auditing. These principles help ensure system changes are managed consistently, reducing the risk of misconfigurations and vulnerabilities. Learn more on ISO’s website: Configuration management: Why it’s so important for IT security.
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Innovation isn’t random – stop acting like it
In today’s turbulent business environment, innovation is no longer a buzzword—it’s the strategic core of survival and growth. Organizations that thrive are those that manage innovation deliberately, not chaotically. But here’s the challenge: when executives hear standards, it is not innovation that come to mind. Standards are often pictured with bureaucracy, rigid compliance, and creativity-killing red tape.
It’s time to flip that script.
How to prepare for the revision of ISO 9001
The upcoming revision of ISO 9001, expected to be published as ISO 9001:2026, will include some new additions on how organizations define, manage, and lead their quality management systems. While quality professionals will manage the operational aspects, the real success of this revision depends on you as a leader.
Why good governance matters to every leader
Many leaders think governance is about policies, laws, and compliance. Of course, these are part of governance. But real governance is much more than that. Good governance is how your organization makes decisions, manages risks, and builds trust with employees, customers, owners, and society.
In other words, governance is how leadership continues when you are not in the room. It is the system that helps people make the right choices every day.
Why standards is essential for your strategy
Understanding standards is essential for any organization aiming to operate efficiently, manage risk, and compete globally. This blog post explores how standards are strategic tools, not just technical documents. When integrated into core business practices, they support execution, enable alignment across teams and partners, and drive measurable outcomes across performance, compliance, and market access.
The 15 ISO Management System Standards every business leader must know
Let’s talk about management system standards. ISO has developed a diverse portfolio of management system standards designed to help organizations enhance performance, ensure compliance, and achieve strategic objectives across various domains. While ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) are among the most widely recognized and implemented, there’s much more to explore. ISO’s suite of standards extends far beyond, offering structured frameworks to improve efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. In this post, you’ll find an overview of key ISO management system standards categorized by subject, showcasing how they contribute to effective and sustainable management practices.
The role of Standards and Frameworks in strategic management
As a top-level executive, you have undoubtedly encountered standards and frameworks in your strategic management efforts. But do you fully understand their distinct roles and how they can shape your organization’s success? This post will explore the difference between standards and frameworks and provide practical insights into leveraging each effectively.
Why ISO standards matter: 14 key reasons for business leaders
Understanding why standards matter is the first step toward leveraging their benefits. Below, we outline 14 compelling reasons why adopting standards is crucial for your business’s success. Each reason highlights the unique ways standards can shape your operations, enhance your reputation, and position you as a leader in your industry.
Standards and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms industries and societies, bringing opportunities and challenges. The article, Artificial Intelligence: What it is, How it Works, and Why it Matters, explores the concept of AI and how ISO is shaping the global AI landscape through standards that promote innovation, safety, and ethical practices.
Strengthen your resilience
In today’s unpredictable global landscape, organizational resilience has become a top priority for executive leaders. ISO standards, such as ISO 22301 for business continuity and ISO 31000 for risk management, offer robust frameworks that enable organizations to anticipate, respond, and adapt to challenges effectively. These standards enhance operational stability and position businesses to thrive amidst uncertainty.