As the year drew to a close, December 2024 brought a slower yet steady stream of activity in the world of ISO standards. While the pace of new publications softened, several noteworthy releases and developments emerged, offering valuable insights for organizations aiming to maintain their competitive edge. Here’s a closer look at the key highlights.
Newly published standards
ISO/IEC 27035-4:2024
Information technology — Information security incident management — Part 4: Coordination
This addition to the ISO/IEC 27035 series focuses on effective coordination during security incidents. It guides organizations in managing incidents across teams and external stakeholders, ensuring a swift and cohesive response.
ISO/IEC TS 25052-2:2024
Systems and software engineering — Systems and software Quality Requirements and Evaluation (SQuaRE): cloud services — Part 2: Quality measurement
Tailored for cloud services, this technical specification dives into quality measurement, helping organizations assess and improve their cloud-based solutions’ reliability, scalability, and efficiency.
Standards under publication
ISO 56000: Innovation management — Fundamentals and vocabulary
This update will replace the 2020 version, refining the foundational principles and terminology for innovation management. Organizations looking to foster a culture of innovation should watch for this refreshed standard.
Standards under development
ISO/IEC CD 38505-1: Information technology — Governance of data — Part 1
This committee draft explores the application of ISO/IEC 38500 principles to data governance, offering a framework to manage and optimize data as a strategic asset.
ISO/WD 22316: Security and resilience — Organizational resilience — Guidelines
Still, in the working draft stage, this standard provides guidance on enhancing organizational resilience, a critical capability in today’s volatile business landscape.
ISO/WD 31000: Risk management — Guidelines
An update to the widely used ISO 31000 standard is under development, promising enhanced guidance for organizations to manage uncertainty and minimize risks effectively.
Approved work item
ISO/AWI 56002: Innovation management — Innovation management system — Guidance
As innovation remains a cornerstone for growth, this forthcoming standard will offer practical guidance for implementing and maintaining effective innovation management systems.
Looking ahead
December may have been a quieter month, but these developments signal significant trends and areas of focus for 2025. From information security and cloud services to innovation and resilience, these standards reflect the evolving needs of organizations in an increasingly complex world.
As these standards move through various stages of development and publication, staying informed will be critical for leaders aiming to align their strategies with global best practices. At StandardsHero, we’ll continue to bring you timely updates and actionable insights to help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of ISO standards.