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There are important updates to the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards as of 16 October 2026. If you're maintaining an Integrated Management System (IMS), preparing audit documents, or updating procedures, these changes are worth tracking.

The biggest news is that ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 have new 2026 editions, while ISO 45001 is still under revision.

ISO 9001:2026 — Quality Management

The official revision focuses on improving clarity and usability while retaining the established quality management framework.

• Leadership and quality culture: clearer emphasis on accountability and quality throughout the organization.

• Risks and opportunities: greater clarity on identifying and managing risks and pursuing opportunities.

• Annex A: additional explanations of key terms and requirements.

• Integration: closer alignment with other management system standards.

ISO 14001:2026 — Environmental Management

The revision strengthens the focus on environmental results and clearer implementation.

• Climate change and environmental impacts.

• Biodiversity and natural capital.

• Resource efficiency, pollution prevention and waste management.

• Leadership, governance and environmental performance measurement.

• Environmental impacts throughout operations and value chains.