May brought an impressive expansion of ISO activity across critical areas, including AI trustworthiness, workplace wellbeing, innovation systems, and the sustainability of logistics and education. With new standards published, others advancing through final drafts and committee work, and numerous new proposals on the table, this month reinforces the essential role of international standards in building resilient, digital, and people-centered systems.
Newly published standards
ISO 37003:2025 – Fraud control management systems
Offers practical guidance for organizations on detecting, preventing, and responding to fraud risks, marking a significant step in improving organizational integrity.
ISO/IEC 42005:2025 – AI system impact assessment
Establishes a structured method for assessing AI system impacts, including ethical, social, and environmental dimensions—a key component of AI governance.
Final Draft International Standards (FDIS): Editorials before publication
ISO/FDIS 30414 – Human capital reporting and disclosure
The second edition of this benchmark HRM standard reinforces transparency and accountability in workforce metrics and communication.
ISO/FDIS 37009 – Conflict of interest in organizations
Guides to help organizations identify, manage, and mitigate conflicts of interest, supporting better governance practices.
ISO/IEC FDIS 27701 – Privacy Information Management Systems
A critical update aligning privacy management with broader cybersecurity and data protection frameworks.
ISO/IEC FDIS 17007 – Conformity assessment documents
Offers foundational guidance for developing standards that support certification and compliance.
Draft International Standards (DIS): Nearing publication
ISO/DIS 14019 series – Sustainability information (Parts 1–4)
Establishes consistent principles for validation and verification of environmental and sustainability claims—vital for ESG reporting.
ISO/DIS 50100 – Energy management and decarbonization
Supports organizations in transitioning toward lower-carbon energy systems with precise requirements and guidance.
ISO/IEC DIS 17067 – Conformity assessment schemes
Outlines key practices for developing and operating certification schemes with global applicability.
Committee Drafts (CD): Key standards in progress
ISO/CD 42503 – Sharing economy — Framework for implementation
Establishes a flexible, structured model to guide organizations engaging in the sharing economy.
ISO/CD 45008 – OHS Guidelines for remote working
Reflects the evolving nature of work, promoting health and safety in distributed, digital-first workforces.
ISO/CD 22000 – Food safety management systems
Maintains ISO’s focus on consumer safety with updates reflecting modern supply chains and risks.
ISO/IEC CD 27004 – ISMS — Monitoring and evaluation
Reinforces the foundation for ongoing improvement of information security management systems.
ISO/CD TS 30403 – Human resource metrics
Advances in meaningful measurement and communication of workforce performance.
ISO/IEC CD 24970 – AI system logging
Supports auditability and accountability in AI operations with structured logging requirements.
ISO/CD 37401 – Diversity management systems
Proposes a structured approach for organizations aiming to foster inclusion, belonging, and diversity.
Working Drafts (WD) and Committee Work: Early Concepts and Innovations
ISO/WD TR 42505 – Shared manufacturing in the sharing economy
Explores collaborative production models and their potential for enhancing cost efficiency and sustainability.
ISO/WD 25524 – Innovative logistics
Introduces vocabulary and concepts tailored to the logistics sector.
ISO/AWI 56012 & 56013 – Innovation ecosystem and portfolio management
New frameworks to help organizations design and govern innovation programs across complex systems.
ISO/AWI 21520 – AI in project and program management
Connects AI technologies to strategic planning and execution in projects and portfolios.
ISO/AWI PAS 25955 – Data documentation initiative
Promotes structured, transparent documentation practices in data-driven projects.
Looking Ahead
May’s momentum shows how ISO is responding to the need for digital trust, human-centric systems, and sustainable transformation. Standards in development are shaping how organizations approach AI benchmarking, human capital metrics, ESG governance, identity assurance, and operational resilience. Notably, the sharing economy and remote work continue to be focal points, highlighting the evolution of how we produce, work, and collaborate.
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