According to the new revised project timeline, from ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, the standard development track has been extended to 36 months to include the second Committee Draftstage. The publication of the revised ISO 9001 is now planned for September 2026.

2: Competence vs. Qualification - Application note.

While qualifications are essential for establishing a foundation and meeting formal requirements, competence ultimately determines success in real-world scenarios. The ideal balance lies in combining the two—leveraging qualifications to open doors and relying on competence to excel. In both personal and professional settings, recognizing the distinction and interdependence between these concepts is key to fostering growth, performance and achievement.

2025 02 25 Competence vs Qualification - Key differences.png

3: Read the full version in the February IPC Newsletter if you want to know all about The Top 10 "Secrets" of an "Intelligent" Management Systems Auditor by Dr. George Anastasopoulos General Secretary IPC Technical Manager PJLA Accreditation, listed below :

1. Mastery of Standards
2. Exercise Analytical & Critical Thinking
3. Effective Communication
4. Ethical and Objective
5. Empathy and Understanding
6. Strategic Perspective
7. Adaptability and Flexibility
8. Reporting and Findings
9. Interdisciplinary Knowledge
10. Focus on Continuous Improvement