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As the year gains momentum, the ISO standards landscape continues to deliver critical updates supporting organizations in areas such as anti-corruption, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and sustainable collaboration. This month’s developments emphasize trust, resilience, and integrated lifecycle management—key enablers for business continuity and long-term value creation.
The ISO/IEC/IEEE Joint Technical Committee on systems and software engineering continues to refine and expand its portfolio of standards to address the evolving needs of digital systems development, lifecycle management, and service acquisition. In early 2025, four Draft International Standards (DIS) were released for public review, marking significant progress in agile systems engineering, supplier management, planning, and incident response.
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.
Top management professionals, mark your calendars for CIM 2025, the International Metrology Congress, bringing together global leaders, experts, and innovators in measurement science. From 11 to 14 March, this event offers a unique platform to explore the latest advancements in metrology, share insights, and foster collaborations across industries. Learn more at CIM Metrology.
Choosing inspection bodies that follow ISO/IEC DIS 17020 for top management ensures that your organization benefits from reliable, consistent, and impartial inspections. This standard guarantees that the inspection body you engage operates with integrity and technical competence, safeguarding your operations.
As leaders, we are responsible for ensuring our digital spaces are accessible to everyone. The upcoming revision of the standard ISO/IEC DIS 40500, built on the latest W3C WCAG 2.2 guidelines, helps us do just that—enhancing access for users with disabilities, improving mobile usability, and creating more inclusive experiences. Embracing this standard isn’t just about meeting requirements; it’s about demonstrating our commitment to diversity, equity, and innovation in the digital age.
ISO has recently published ISO 59040:2025, titled “Circular economy — Product circularity data sheet.” This standard establishes a general methodology for information exchange, supporting the interoperability of circular economy-related information.
The Product Circularity Data Sheet (PCDS) is a standardized template for reporting and exchanging data on the circular aspects of products. It aims to provide reliable information about a product’s circularity, facilitating transparency along the supply chain. The PCDS includes controlled and auditable statements, helping manufacturers and consumers make informed decisions and increasing the product’s value in a circular economy.
As we step into the new year, the world of ISO standards continues to evolve, bringing fresh guidance to support organizations in risk management, IT governance, human resources, security, and sustainability. This month, we highlight the latest developments, including newly published standards, draft standards in progress, and emerging trends shaping the landscape for businesses worldwide.
Staying ahead in the ever-evolving global business landscape requires proactive engagement with emerging standards. Being involved early in standardization projects offers strategic insights and positions your organization to influence best practices, ensuring alignment with industry needs. Below is an overview of new proposals (NPs) and activated work items (AWIs) from ISO’s January list, showcasing key areas such as circular economy, innovation management, IT management, and more.