In today’s blog post, we bring you news and insights from all around the world. National standardization bodies play a crucial role in shaping the future of industries, markets, and regulations. As part of the global ISO system, these organizations act as the bridge between international frameworks and local implementation, influencing everything from technology adoption and sustainability goals to market requirements and compliance expectations.
Capturing early information from these national bodies is vital for organizations that want to stay ahead. It helps you anticipate change, align your strategies, and plan your operations to meet future customer, regulatory, and market demands—before they hit your bottom line.
In this roundup, we highlight the latest moves from leading standardization bodies in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Japan, China, South Korea, India, Brazil, Canada, and Australia.
Use this insight to inform your leadership team, engage with your industry networks, and strengthen your organization’s position in a fast-changing world.
United States: ANSI
International Policy and Standards Alert (IPSA): ANSI released its latest IPSA, highlighting global standardization developments, including China’s new measures on international standards adoption and U.S.-India bilateral trade agreements.
Courier Services Standardization: ANSI is seeking comments on a proposal for a new ISO technical committee focused on courier services, aiming to standardize and improve the quality of courier services globally.
United Kingdom: BSI
Impact of (EU) 2024/1860 on Legacy Devices: BSI provides updates on medical device regulations, including the impact of EU Regulation 2024/1860 on legacy devices and the transition to the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR).
Germany: DIN
CEN Workshop on Search and Rescue Technologies: DIN initiated a new CEN Workshop focusing on innovative methods to detect victims in debris, enhancing urban search and rescue operations.
France: AFNOR
Quality Culture Barometer: AFNOR launched a tool to assess employees’ commitment to quality culture, aiming to improve organizational quality practices.
Japan: JISC
10th Anniversary of Cooperation with CEN/CENELEC: On April 17, 2024, JISC and CEN/CENELEC held their annual secretariat meeting in Brussels, celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their cooperation agreement and discussing mutual interests in standardization strategies.
China: SAC
Proposal for Courier Services Standardization: SAC has proposed the establishment of a new ISO technical committee on courier services, aiming to standardize and improve the quality of courier services globally.
India: BIS
Upcoming Quality Control Orders (QCOs): BIS announced upcoming QCOs notified and due for implementation, aiming to enhance product quality and safety across various sectors.
Brazil: ABNT
E-Waste Concerns: ABNT highlighted the growing problem of electronic waste, referencing a United Nations University report revealing significant increases in e-waste generation.
Canada: SCC
Accreditation Requirements Update: Standards Council of Canada updated its requirements for the accreditation of standards development organizations, introducing new requirements to enhance the standardization process.
Australia: Standards Australia
Responsible AI Training: In April 2025, Standards Australia launched a responsible AI training initiative in Southeast Asia, aiming to bolster ethical AI development and governance across the region.
Quantum Technology Leadership: Standards Australia is actively working to position the country at the forefront of quantum technology advancements, emphasizing the importance of standardization in this emerging field.
Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives: Research into sustainable seaweed feed as a step toward net-zero emissions was highlighted in March 2025, showcasing Standards Australia’s commitment to environmentally friendly agricultural practices.