April delivered a remarkable array of ISO developments, reaffirming the standards community’s focus on trusted AI, resilient infrastructure, sustainable systems, and better human and organizational outcomes. From quality in internships and energy audits to advancing AI governance and environmental transparency, this month reflects a dynamic intersection of trust, digitalization, and sustainability.
As digital commerce continues to evolve at lightning speed, so do customer expectations for transparency, trust, and fairness. In response to this growing need, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a groundbreaking new standard: ISO 32122:2025 – Transaction assurance in E-commerce — Guidance for offering online dispute resolution services.
In a significant move for global cybersecurity coordination, ISO has formally published “ISO/IEC 20153:2025 Information technology — OASIS Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) v2.0 Specification“ as an international standard in early 2025. This milestone reflects the growing demand for structured, machine-readable vulnerability disclosure formats that promote faster and more consistent responses to security threats.
In February 2025, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) released a significant revision to its anti-bribery management standard: ISO 37001:2025, Anti-bribery management systems — Requirements with guidance for use. This updated edition replaces the 2016 version and reflects years of global experience implementing anti-bribery controls in public and private sector organizations.
In today’s dynamic business world, senior leaders are constantly faced with a simple question: Should I set the rules, or show the way? This isn’t just a philosophical exercise—it’s a daily leadership challenge. From strategic decisions to day-to-day operations, executives must know when to empower teams with flexible guidance and when to establish firm, repeatable guidelines. The best leaders are not choosing one over the other but mastering both.